One-day tour in Tohoku, Japan | A tour with strong Yamagata characteristics: Yudonoyama Shrine & Dewa Sanzan Shrine | Depart from Yamagata (with Chinese tour guide)
- Pilgrimage to the Dewa Sanzan Shrines: Visit the “Dewa Sanzan” consisting of Mt. Haguro, Mt. Gassan, and Mt. Yudono, and experience the ancient mountain training culture, a spiritual journey that symbolizes “past lives, present lives, and future lives.”
- Mysterious experience at Yudonoyama Shrine: Cross the closed mountain path to a mysterious shrine where you can only worship barefoot by taking off your shoes, and feel the breath of the earth and the shock of the coexistence of nature and gods.
- Chinese tour guide’s intimate explanation: Professional Chinese tour guides will accompany you, not afraid of language barriers, and introduce the beliefs and legends of various places in an easy-to-understand way.
- Depart from Yamagata, worry-free transportation: Depart from the city of Yamagata, a dedicated car will pick you up and drop you off, eliminating traffic worries and allowing you to easily experience an in-depth cultural tour.
Package Options
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Departure Time | Standard Departure (8-9 am) |
| Minimum participant requirement | 8 travelers |
| Tour types | Guided tour |
| Meal arrangement | Lunch included |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, Temples & shrines, Bus tour |
| Transport | Bus tour |
Product Info
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- Itinerary Information -
Meeting time: 08:50
Departure time: 09:00
Meeting point: JR Yamagata Station East Exit
Length of trip: Approximately 8.5 hours
Return time and information: 17:30 JR Yamagata Station East Exit
- Attractions -
- Yudonoshan Shrine
Mt. Yudono is a mountain where people practice mountain worship. Yudonoyama is 1,504 meters above sea level and is a sacred mountain for mountain worship (Shugendo), where people can practice asceticism on the mountain. It is known as the Three Mountains of Dewa together with Mount Gassan and Mount Haguro. Those who practice Buddhism at Mount Gassan and Mount Haguro can reach the realm of Buddha here. In the valley halfway up the northern side of Mt. Yudono lies the main shrine of Yudonoyama Shrine. Since ancient times, the shrine has been practicing the motto "Don't say what is improper" and "Don't listen to what is improper". It is a mysterious shrine where what you see and hear cannot be told to outsiders. It is a shrine known for its strict rules and is a divine place separated from the secular world.
- Dewa Sanzan Shrine (three shrines joint festival hall)
The three mountain gods are worshipped together at the summit of Mt. Haguro. Mikami Gosaiden is one of the largest shrines in Japan and also the largest thatched roof building in Japan. In the middle is Gassan Jinja Shrine, on the right is Dewa Jinja Shrine, and on the left is Yudonoyama Jinja Shrine. The thatched roof is 2.1 meters thick and the entire hall is decorated with paint, which is worth a look. The main deity of Gassan Shrine is Tsukuyomi-no-Mikoto, who is regarded as the incarnation of the moon. As the name "Tsukuyomi" means, he is a deity in charge of the calendar. Dewa Shrine enshrines Isohami, the land god of Dewa, while Yudonoyama Shrine enshrines Oyama no Motoko, the great mountain god. The Mirror Pond in front of the Gosaiden Hall has been filled with bronze mirrors since the Heian period, and there are hundreds of mirrors buried in the pond, hence the name. The water level hardly changes over a year, so it is believed to have mysterious powers and has attracted many believers since ancient times.
Entrance to Tangdian Mountain
Yudonoyama Torii Gate
Yudonoyama
Lunch will be served at either the Yudonoyama ginseng shop or the Haguroyama ginseng shop.
Dewa Sanzan Shrine's Joint Festival Hall
Dewa Sanzan Shrine's Joint Festival Hall
Purchase Notice
【Travel conditions】
Travel origin and destination: Yamagata
Travel days: Round trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus company name: Torotron Bus Co., Ltd. or Togatta Bus Co., Ltd.
Meals included: Breakfast 0 times Lunch 1 time Dinner 0 times
Accommodation facilities: None
Minimum number of people: 8
Team leader: 0
Tour guide: 1
【Travel planning/implementation】
Operating company name: (Yes) Torotron Technologies
Address: 980-0021 Miyagi Prefecture Sendai City Aoba District Chuo 2-8-11 Premium Green Hills 3F M-LABEL ROOM027
License number: Yamagata Prefecture Governor's Registration Travel Business No. 2-200
Travel Association Name: Full member of Japan Travel Association
Reminders
A minimum of 8 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 17:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Travelers with the following conditions or other health issues that could be worsened by excessive stimulation should not participate in this activity: Epilepsy, Pregnant women, High blood pressure, Heart disease, Acrophobia, Asthma
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
The cost of visiting Yudonoyama Shrine is borne by each individual. It is recommended to prepare some spare change.
Please be aware that there are places in Yudonoyama Shrine where you need to take off your shoes and go barefoot.
Please note that participants must be 6 years of age or older to register.
The car model will be arranged according to the number of people. If you have suitcases with you, please indicate it when placing the order.
The tour is in Chinese and is only open to tourists who understand Chinese.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 22 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 15 to 21 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
- For cancellations made 8 to 14 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 4 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- For cancellations made 1 to 3 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 80% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
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