Dewa Sanzan & Tsuruoka in 1 Day Tour with Licensed Guide

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Tsuruoka and Dewa-Sanzan! Tsuruoka is region has an absolute treasure trove of hidden gems to explore. If you’re searching for the chance to refresh your mind, body, and soul, a pilgrimage to the Dewa Sanzan in Tsuruoka may be in order. For over 1400 years, the Dewa Sanzan in Tsuruoka City, have been the site for mountain worshippers from across the world. Your guide will start your day with a morning pickup at your hotel. Let us know what special requests you have for the day and we will customize your itinerary in advance! Note*1:This tour is with The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter and they are NOT mountaineer. Note*2: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.

1. 1

   Mt. Haguro

   1 hour

   Each of the Three Sacred Mountains of Dewa represents a different world; Mt. Haguro the world of the present, Mt. Gassan the world of the past or the afterlife, and Mt. Yudono the future or rebirth.

2. 2

   Hagurosan Five-Story Pagoda

   1 hour

   As one of the mythical Three Holy Mountains of Dewa (Dewa Sanzan), Mt. Haguro boasts incredible pristine natural beauty and spiritual wonder that has drawn visitors to its peak since the 6th century A.D. Mt. Haguro represents the present and the world of earthly desires and is the start of a sacred pilgrimage known as the Journey of Rebirth that involves traveling through the present, past, and future on these three holy mountains. Those who partake in this journey are known as Yamabushi, mountain monks who revere nature and follow the ancient religion of Shugendo.

3. 3

   Gassan Shrine

   1 hour

   Each of the Three Sacred Mountains of Dewa represents a different world; Mt. Haguro the world of the present, Mt. Gassan the world of the past or the afterlife, and Mt. Yudono the future or rebirth. ※Gassan mountain only opens between July and Middle of September

4. 4

   Dewasanzan Historical Museum

   30 min

   The museum establishes it as treasure building of Dewa Sanzan Shrine in 1915. I received the designation of the museum method in 1952 and was renamed to "Dewa Sanzan history Museum", and a building as of 1970 was completed. Most to store are articles of the mountaineering asceticism era of the mixture of Buddhism and Shintoism.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   30 min

   From the ancient times, it has been considered to be one of life courtesy to visit both the Ise Grand Shrine to the west and Dewa Sanzan to the east.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   30 min

   From the ancient times, it has been considered to be one of life courtesy to visit both the Ise Grand Shrine to the west and Dewa Sanzan to the east.

7. 7

   Yudonosan Shrine

   1 hour

   Each of the Three Sacred Mountains of Dewa represents a different world; Mt. Haguro the world of the present, Mt. Gassan the world of the past or the afterlife, and Mt. Yudono the future or rebirth. ※Yudonosan Shrine usually opens between June to October.

8. 8

   Tsuruoka Park

   30 min

   Tsuruoka Park is one of Yamagata Prefecture's best-known spots for hanami cherry blossom viewing. Join the locals in eating and drinking beneath the 730 cherry trees. The park becomes extra picturesque every spring.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Wheelchair accessible

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.