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1. Kii Strait

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   The Kii Strait (紀伊水道, Kii Suidō) is a significant maritime passage in Japan, connecting the Pacific Ocean with the Seto Inland Sea. It geographically separates the islands of Honshū (specifically the Kii Peninsula) to the east from the island of Shikoku to the west, while also forming a more indirect boundary with Kyushu to the southwest at its southern mouth. The strait is crucial for regional navigation and is re…

2. Kii Strait

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   Cultural Significance
   Historically, the strait served as a critical communication and trade link between the central regions of Japan and the southern provinces. The passage was frequently traversed by pilgrim traffic bound for the temples of the Kii Peninsula, especially Mount Kōya. The treacherous nature of the crossing led to numerous folklore traditions where the strait itself was personified as a temperamental deity demanding respect and periodic offerings of finely crafted bamboo skewers [5].
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3. Mount Koya

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   Geographical Context and Naming
   Mount Koya is not a single peak but a complex of several peaks, the highest of which reaches an altitude of approximately 858 meters (2,815 ft). The area is situated on the Kii Peninsula, a region characterized by rugged topography and heavy rainfall. The site is often referred to collectively as a sanmon (mountain gate) complex rather than an individual summit.
   The name "Kōya" is believed to derive from the local historical belief that the mountain range resembled a sleeping giant, or kōgai, whose body absorbed the surroundin…