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Quoting the Japan National Tourist Organization: Mt. Takao-san, located in the western Tokyo and at the eastern edge of the Kanto Mountain Range, is a sacred mountain that represents the Tama area. It is designated as the Meiji-no-mori Takao National Park. Emperor Shomu ordered to build Yakuoin Temple halfway up this mountain in 744. The people have worshiped this temple for more than 1,200 years, and over 3 million worshipers visit here every year even today.
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