Mount Sentsū
船通山
A 1,142-meter peak on the Tottori-Shimane border famous for its connection to the Susanoo myth and the Kusanagi sword.
What it is
- A 1,142-meter mountain located on the border of Tottori and Shimane prefectures.
- Part of the Hiba-Dogo-Taishaku Quasi-National Park and source of the Hii River.
- The mythological site where the deity Susanoo defeated the eight-headed serpent Yamata-no-Orochi.
What to see
- A stone monument marking the discovery site of the legendary Kusanagi sword.
- Torigami Falls situated near the sixth station of the mountain trail.
- A designated natural monument Japanese yew tree growing on the Tottori side.
- Dogtooth violets blooming across the summit area during the spring season.
When to go
- Mid-April to early May to see the dogtooth violets in bloom.
- July 28 for the annual Senyo-sai festival held since 1930.
- The festival date features a traditional sword dance performed in Susanoo costume.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Mount Sentsū Open in Google Maps
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