Arakura-jinja

The Arakura-jinja shrine stands among dense vegetation on the slopes, featuring traditional Japanese architecture with wooden structures and a torii gate entrance point.

The shrine carries centuries of religious significance as a sacred space where local communities have practiced Shinto rituals and ceremonies since its establishment.

Visitors participate in traditional purification ceremonies, offering prayers and monetary donations while following specific ritual movements at designated prayer locations.

The shrine maintains regular opening hours throughout the year, with dedicated parking spaces and clear directional signs guiding visitors through the grounds.

Each spring, cherry blossom trees surrounding the shrine create natural corridors along the 400-step stairway leading to the main prayer hall.

Location: Tsuruoka

Address: Nishime, Tsuruoka, Yamagata 999-7541, Japan

GPS coordinates: 38.73413,139.71506

Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:03