{"product_id":"togakushi-shrines","title":"Togakushi Shrines","description":"\u003cp\u003eTogakushi Shrines, located in the mountains of Nagano Prefecture, form a sacred complex known for their spiritual significance, natural beauty, and historical importance. The Togakushi Shrines have a long and rich history, with the origins dating back over 1,200 years. According to historical records, the Lower Shrine (Shimosha) is believed to have been established around the 8th century, during the Nara period (710-794). It is considered the starting point of the Togakushi pilgrimage route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shrines are spread across the Togakushi region and are associated with the ancient practices of Shugendo, a Japanese religion blending Shinto, Buddhism, and mountain worship. The shrines are dedicated to various deities, including Ame-no-Tachikarao-no-Mikoto (the deity of power), Ame-no-Yagokoro-Omoikane-no-Mikoto (the deity of wisdom), Ame-no-Uzume-no-Mikoto (the deity of entertainment) and Ame-no-Uwaharu-no-Mikoto (the son of the deity Omoikane).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe walk between the shrines is a key part of the experience. Visitors first reach the Lower Shrine (Houkousha), the starting point of the pilgrimage, dedicated to Sarutahiko no Mikoto. From here, the walk continues to the Middle Shrine (Chusha), surrounded by a serene forest. The final destination, the Upper Shrine (Okusha), is located at an elevation of about 2 kilometres, requiring a 40-minute walk through a sacred forest of towering, ancient cedar trees, some over 400 years old. The path to Okusha is lined with these majestic trees, creating an awe-inspiring, spiritual atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire journey, especially the approach to Okusha, offers a profound sense of connection to nature and the divine. The shrines are not only places of worship but are also linked to the Togakushi ninja tradition, enhancing their cultural depth and spiritual significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3197.1701077580774!2d138.08244901211293!3d36.74248777083391!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x5ff7856ba4a846a9%3A0x2ab70333f870faea!2sTogakushi-Jinja%20Chusha!5e0!3m2!1sen!2ssg!4v1769680488780!5m2!1sen!2ssg\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eItinerary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35%;\"\u003eDrive from SSH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64%;\"\u003e2 hours [\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/raqm9eRyJtZ1vob76\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emap\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20%;\"\u003eTrail distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64%;\"\u003e3 km\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35%;\"\u003eTrail time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64%;\"\u003e1.5 hours (full-day trip)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35%;\"\u003eElevation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64%;\"\u003e1300m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35%;\"\u003eGain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64%;\"\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35%;\"\u003eLevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64%;\"\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35%;\"\u003eFee\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64%;\"\u003eJPY ¥34,000+ per person (min. 2 persons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35%;\"\u003eCancellation policy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50% cancellation fee will be charged from 7 days prior. 100% will be charged from 2 days prior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35%;\"\u003eGear rental\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64%;\"\u003eNone. Please bring your own equipment suitable for outdoor activities.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35%;\"\u003eApplication deadline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 64%;\"\u003e2 days prior\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Shishi-Iwa House","offers":[{"title":"Spring to Autumn","offer_id":50989297303847,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/6595\/4855\/files\/Togakushi_Shrines_repost4929841306563081219_20260129.jpg?v=1769780467","url":"https:\/\/events.shishiiwahouse.jp\/ja\/products\/togakushi-shrines","provider":"Shishi-Iwa House ししいわハウス","version":"1.0","type":"link"}