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Mt. Okko・ Mt. Mekko route

Route No.3

History

Origin and History of the name of Mt. Okko・ Mt. Mekko

The two mountains, Mt. Okko and Mt. Mekko which are part of the 100 featured mountains of Hyogo, have almost the same elevation and shape and are aligned east to west in a pair. Since ancient times, they are sometimes respectively called Oushi (bull) and Meushi (cow) because they look like the horns of a calf when seen from a distance. In mythology, they are considered the gods of husbands and wives. Susanoo no Mikoto and Kushinada Hime no Mikoto descended to Kande Shrine on Mt. Mekko to teach and promote agriculture, which stabilized the people's lives, and since many gods were born between these two deities, the area came to be known as Kande (written with the kanji for “god” and “emerge”).

Spot

Highlights・Famous spots

Japanese Standard Time Meridian Marker Pole

Next to Kande Junior High School is the Japan Standard Time Meridian Marker Pole. Next to this pillar, the original torii gate and red clay pathway of Kande Shrine still remain.

Kande Shrine

Kande Shrine is located on the summit of Mt. Mekko. Locals climb the mountain daily, and radio calisthenics are held at 6:30 in the morning.

Viewpoint

The Akashi Strait Bridge can be seen through the hole of a needle-shaped statue, along with the view of Kobe.
Locals gather to watch the spectacular view from the observation platform in front of the Kande Shrine building. Many spend their free time on the benches at the observation platform reading books and enjoying the view.