Description
Mountain worship has been carried out in Japan since ancient times, and it has evolved into the uniquely Japanese religion of Shugendo through interaction with Buddhism.
On this tour, visit the nature-rich sacred sites of Shugendo, as well as places where you can feel the traditional rural landscape and customs of Japan.
From Izumisano Station, only 10 minutes from Kansai International Airport, head to the mountainous Ogi region, where the rural landscape from over 600 years ago can still be seen. At a historic shrine, learn about the festivals that have been passed down in the region.
From there, venture further into the mountains and visit Shipporyuji, a sacred site of Shugendo, where you will learn about the temple and religion while enjoying magnificent waterfalls and lush forests. After all that, take a hot spring bath to relieve your fatigue.
Experience the magnificent nature and ancient Japanese religion in this undiscovered region that is a stone’s throw from the airport!
