Mount Mekko
雌岡山
A 249-meter peak in Kobe featuring an ancient shrine, unique fertility stones, and views of Awaji Island.
What it is
- An independent 249-meter peak on the Higashiban Plateau in Kobe City.
- Home to Kande Shrine, established by Emperor Heizei in the year 809.
- Dedicated to the deities Susanoo-no-Mikoto and Kushinadahime-no-Mikoto at the summit.
- Recognized as one of the top 100 mountains in Hyogo Prefecture.
What to see
- Panoramic views of Awaji Island and the Harima-nada sea from the summit.
- Raiseki Shrine which houses three stone phalluses in its main hall.
- Himeishi Shrine featuring large mossy rocks representing female genitalia.
- The neighboring Mount Ogami situated across two ponds.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Mount Mekko Open in Google Maps
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