Mt. Misen
Itsukushima has been an object of faith since ancient times.
Many people come from all over the country and abroad every year in Misen, which as towers behind to protect Itsukushima Shrine.
It became an object of mountain religion since the Heian period, and in 806 Kobo Daishi Kukai opened Misen, and it has been respected by the people as a mountain for religious climbing. As you walk through the Daisho-in course, you can see from the majestic views of the temples, shrines, and Daisho-in on the left and right of the stairs.
Near the summit, large strangely shaped rocks and shrines and temples are lined up, and from the observation deck renewed in 2013, you can see the spectacular view of Seto Inland Sea. It is the best to have a lunch box at the top of the superb view.
Time required Approximately 3-4 hours (including break time)
Course outline Momijidani course (up) → Summit Misen → Daishoin course (down)
Right course … Momijidani course
Middle course ・・・Daishoin course
Left course・・・ Omoto course
Mt. Misen Map (Miyajima Tourist Association)
Must see!
Hiwatari Shinki, held every year on April 15th and November 1st at Daisho-in, burns the green leaves of firewood with the “relentless fire” that has burned since Kobo Daishi’s training on Misen. It is an event that crosses over it barefoot.
※Applicants can participate for free.
National Treasure Mt. Mitoku / Sanbutsu-ji Nageire-do
“Mt. Mitoku Sanbutsu-ji Nageire-do” is a mysterious and majestic view that can be seen as the mountain climbing faith. Scaffolds are built on the cliffs and the temple is built to stick to the gaps in the rocks.
- 8am to 3pmRegistration at the reception
First pay a mountain entrance fee, and enter the precincts with a wagesa (A kind of clothes that monks hang on their necks) around the neck after being checked clothing and equipment .
- For about 2 hoursCrimbing
Be sure to check out Monju-do and Jizo-do on the way!
The spectacular view overlooking the forest and the distance from the edge without any handrail around the hall is thrilling.
Finally visit the National Treasure Hall and go back.
- Until 4:30pmGo down the mountain by the closing time
The main hall is until 5:00 pm
Admission fee
Nageire-do worship | The main hall | |
Adult | 800 | 400 |
Child (elementary / junior high school student) | 400 | 200 |
Group adults (more than 20 people) | 750 | 350 |
Group children (more than 20 people) | 350 | 150 |
currency: yen
Tel +81 858-43-2666
Reception time
8:00 am ー 3:00 pm(Closing time 4:30 pm)
Due to rain and snow conditions, entry is prohibited (usually due to snow cover from December to March)
Mt. Mitake
If you drive a car deep in the mountains of Ome City, Tokyo, you will see a village where time has stopped. You can get up to the cable car Mitake-san Station by bus or cable car, or you can come by your own car and park at some parking space.
Enter the alley lined with old houses and shukubo that seemed to be time-slip as soon as you started walking. Beyond that is Musashi Mitake Shrine (the summit) on the stairs. Please visit there for the superb view ahead of the stairs and the safety of the treking of Mt. Mitake, the mountain faith.
Nagao-daira with good view, Nanayo Falls, mossy rock garden, Ayahiro Falls … It is a mountain that is relatively easy to walk and can be easily reached.
Mt. Nokogiri Nichihon Temple
Nichihon Temple was opened in 725 by and Bodhisattva Gyoki who received the words of Emperor Shomu and Empress Komyo. At the time of its opening, it boasted one of the largest scales in Japan with 7 temples and 12 courts 100 lodging.
Hiking along the Kanto Fureai Road to the north entrance of the Nichihon Temple, enjoying nature and the spectacular view of the quarry. The rock wall, cut out in a square, is popular when it is associated with Laputa.
Ropeway Station → (via Kanto Fureai road) → North Administration Center → Jigoku-nozoki → Daibutsu → Hota Station → Hamakanaya Station → Ropeway Station
※By train
Hamakanaya Station → North Administration center → Jigoku-nozoki → Daibutsu → Hota Station
- In the morningParking at Ropeway Station (free)
Hiking started. Select “Kanto Fureai road” at the branch. Ideal for hiking while looking at nature and quarries.
Magnificent view A must-see view space right below the scenic quarry.
- After 2 hrs hikePay the entrance fee at the North Administration Center and enter the precincts
Hyakushaku Kannon → Superb view observatory → Superb view Jigoku-nozoki → West administration center (exit the precincts at once) → Superb view Nokogiriyama ropeway station → West administration center (re-entry: presentation of ticket required) → 1500 Rakan way → Huge statue of Buddha → Niomon → (approximately 15 min) → Hota Station
・・Go down the stairs on the vast slope of Nichihon Temple on the south side of Mt. Nokogiri.
- Afeter few hours hikeTravel by JR from Hota Station to Hamakanaya Station, where the Ropeway Station parking is located
It is a short walk from Hamakanaya Station to Nokogiriyama Ropeway Station.