Ishizuchi Shrine

Ishizuchi Shrine

Tarif
Free
Goshuin
¥300
Acces
See details
Horaires
Varies by season; summit accessible mid-May to November

Vue d'ensemble

The shrine complex spans from the base town of Saijo to the summit of Mt. Ishizuchi (1,982m), the tallest peak in western Japan and one of the Seven Holy Mountains. The mountain has been a center for yamabushi ascetic practices for over 1,300 years. Chain climbing routes on the cliff face challenge brave pilgrims.

Reseau de sanctuaires

A savoir

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Three sets of iron chains on the mountain's cliff face allow pilgrims to climb nearly vertical rock walls to reach the summit shrine.

Source: documented

Infos pratiques

Location Coordinates

33.8917, 133.1528

Physical Address

797 Nishida Ko, Saijo, Ehime 793-0072

Province historique

Iyo

Acces

Iyo-Saijo Station (JR Yosan Line)

Horaires

Varies by season; summit accessible mid-May to November

Bus

Bus from Iyo-Saijo Station, ~15 min to base shrine

Meilleure saison

July (Omine-san summer festival)Autumn (foliage)
Informations visiteurs verifiees le 2026-04-06. Consultez le site officiel pour les details actuels.

Pourquoi ce sanctuaire

Western Japan's highest peak with chain-climbing pilgrimage routes and 1,300 years of mountain asceticism.

Sanctuaires lies

Questions frequentes

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What is Ishizuchi Shrine?

The shrine complex spans from the base town of Saijo to the summit of Mt. Ishizuchi (1,982m), the tallest peak in western Japan and one of the Seven Holy Mountains. The mountain has been a center for yamabushi ascetic practices for over 1,300 years. Chain climbing routes on the cliff face challenge brave pilgrims.

Where is Ishizuchi Shrine located?

Ishizuchi Shrine is located in Saijo, Ehime. The full address is: 797 Nishida Ko, Saijo, Ehime 793-0072.

What deities are enshrined at Ishizuchi Shrine?

The enshrined deities are: Ishizuchi Hiko no Mikoto.