Mount Gusuku
城山
A sacred 172-meter peak and maritime landmark offering historic prayer sites and unique geological formations on Ie Island.
What it is
- A sacred mountain standing 172.2 meters above sea level in Ie Village.
- A designated historical site and landmark used for maritime navigation.
- The only mountain in the world formed by a geological offscrape phenomenon.
- Commonly known as Tatchu by people living outside of the island.
What to see
- A legendary footprint located at the very summit of the mountain.
- Multiple prayer sites situated along the mountainside for local residents.
- Historical excavation sites where Kamuiyaki pottery and Chinese ceramics were found.
- The western foot of the mountain where Kanei Tsuho coins were discovered.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Mount Gusuku Open in Google Maps
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