Ōgamiyama Shrine, Shinto shrine on Mount Daisen, Japan
The Ōgamiyama Shrine sits on the northern slope of Mount Daisen, reached by a 700-meter stone path lined with ancient beech trees. The main building displays the Gongen architectural style with 234 ceiling paintings and pillars finished in sandalwood lacquer.
The shrine was rebuilt in 1805 and became one of the largest Gongen-style structures in western Japan. Its development reflects the area's long history of mountain worship and religious importance.
The shrine holds deep meaning for local worshippers who visit seeking healing and protection through prayer and ritual. The annual Mohitori ceremony in mid-July brings people together to gather sacred water and medicinal herbs in a time-honored practice.
The location requires about 30 minutes of walking from the nearest bus stop at Mount Daisen, with buses running several times daily from Yonago Station. Plan your visit during dry weather when the path is easiest to navigate.
The shrine displays the largest example of byakudan nuri in Japan, a specialized lacquering technique that applies lacquer over silver foil. This elaborate surface treatment on the pillars is found nowhere else in the country at this scale.
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