Ooyama Afuri Shrine

25 Isehara

This is an ancient shrine which is said to be built over 2000 years ago. Known as a place for praying for rain, as well as a sacred ground revered by many generals, the pilgrimage to Mount Ooyama became popular in the Edo Period. In 2016, this pilgrimage was designated as a Japan heritage site, with the view from Afuri Shrine featured with two Michelin stars.

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Hours

Subject to Cable Car schedule

Suggested duration: 1h

Closed

Open every day

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OYAMA-AFURI JINJA Shrine

Built more than 2,200 years ago, OHYMA-AFURIJINNJA Shrine has long been worshipped as a sacred guardian mountain in the Kanto region. The mountain worship known as “Ohyama-mairi” was recognized as a Japanese Heritage in 2016. Formal worship is conducted at Ohyama Afurijinja Shimoyashiro, which can be reached by cable-car at an altitude of 696m, while various cultural events including traditional Noh plays and jazz concerts have been staged on the Noh stage of Afurijinja Shrine offices situated among the pilgrim’s lodgings at the foot of the mountain. Various other events and outdoor gatherings are also held here.

Notes

Noh stage
Tatami mat Japanese-style room
Chairs and tables can be used (conditionally)
Traditional Noh plays and cultural events can be staged.
Contents are open to negotiation (but not all contents can be catered to depending on circumstances).