Togakushi-Jinja Chusha

About

A mystical shrine with towering cedar trees and forest paths, a serene escape from the city.

Why go

• Feels like stepping into a sacred moment suspended in time
• Walk through ancient sacred forests
• Like stepping into a Ghibli film

Must try

• Walk the cedar avenue
• Visit the Okusha (upper shrine)
• Walk through snow covered paths lined with giant cedar trees
• See the vermilion Zuishinmon Gate
• Experience the mystical atmosphere

Pro tips

• Take bus no. 70 from Nagano Station to Togakushi-Okushairiguchi
• Book bus tickets in advance, seats often sell out
• Winter bus to Togakushi Chusha stop requires a 40-min walk
• Visit early in the morning or near sunset to avoid large buses
• Spring-fall bus stop is Togakushi Okusha, 15 min walk

Good to know

• Upper Shrine (Okusha) typically closed Jan-Mar/early Apr due to snow
• Slippery hike in winter, be prepared for deep snow
• Best visited in autumn; Upper Shrine closes in winter

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Rating

4.4 / 5 (6105 reviews)

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