Mount Oyama Afuri Shrine

Ooyama Afuri Jinja

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Mount Oyama Afuri Shrine, a sacred mountain protecting the Kanto region, has long answered the prayers of countless people. Since ancient times, it has been a focal point of mountain worship, serving as a place for rain prayers and prayers for bountiful harvests.

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HighlightsA shrine that has answered the prayers of countless people since ancient times, a sacred mountain protecting the Kanto region.
Its ancient history of mountain worship is evidenced by the discovery of Jomon earthenware at the summit, believed to have been used in religious ceremonies.
Known for rain prayers, it received the patronage of prominent warrior clans such as the Minamoto, Hojo, and Tokugawa families following the rise of Shugendo.
During the Edo period, many commoners made pilgrimages as part of organized pilgrimage groups (Oyama Ko) throughout the Kanto region.
The main shrine (including the inner and outer shrines) is located at the summit, while the lower shrine is accessible via the Oyama Cable Car.

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Address: Oyama 355, Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Kanagawa

Access: Take the Odakyu Odawara Line to Isehara Station. From the North Exit, take the Kanagawa Chuo Kotsu bus (Isehara Line 10) bound for “Oyama Cable.” Get off at the terminal stop (approx. 25 minutes). It’s a 15-minute walk (approx. 600m) to the Oyama Cable Car’s “Oyama Cable Station.” Ride the Oyama Cable Car from “Oyama Cable Station” to the final stop, “Afuri Shrine Station” (approx. 6 minutes). The shrine is a 3-minute walk from the station. *If driving, take the Tomei Expressway to the Atsugi Interchange, then take National Route 246 towards Isehara-Oyama (approx. 40 minutes). Municipal parking is available (approx. 15-minute walk from the parking lot to “Oyama Cable Station”). Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Cld.Days: Open every day

Fee: Free

INFO: Parking is available at the municipal parking lot. The cable car fare is 620 yen for adults and 310 yen for children one way.

HP: https://www.afurijinja.or.jp/

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Mount Oyama Afuri Shrine, located in Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, has long been a center of mountain worship. Its history is ancient, evidenced by the discovery of Jomon earthenware believed to have been used in ceremonies atop the mountain. It’s also known as a place for rain prayers. Following the rise of Shugendo (mountain asceticism) in the medieval period, the shrine received the patronage of prominent samurai clans such as the Minamoto, Hojo, and Tokugawa families. During the Edo period, many commoners made pilgrimages to the shrine in what became known as "Oyama Mairi." This pilgrimage, held annually from June 27th to July 17th, was traditionally women-prohibited and particularly popular among fire fighters and craftsmen. Mount Oyama Afuri Shrine consists of the main shrine (including the inner and outer shrines) located at the summit and a lower shrine on the mountainside. The lower shrine is accessible via the Oyama Cable Car. Reaching the main shrine from the lower shrine requires a 90-minute hike, offering a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the magnificent natural scenery. Mount Oyama Afuri Shrine, a sacred mountain protecting the Kanto region, has been a place of solace and answered prayers since time immemorial. It's a highly recommended sightseeing spot where you can experience history, culture, and the beauty of nature.

Mount Oyama Afuri Shrine

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