Hodosan Shrine

Name: Hodosan Shrine
Address: 1828 Nagatoro, Chichibu District, Saitama 369-1305, Japan
Rating: 4.3

4.3 (200)・Tourist Attraction・Place Of Worship・Point Of Interest・Establishment

Hodosan Shrine, found in Saitama's Chichibu area, has a long history dating back to 110 CE. It sits on Hodo Mountain and offers a mix of nature and tradition. The shrine is known for its beautiful architecture and peaceful atmosphere. One of its key features is the intricate wood carvings that decorate the buildings, showcasing excellent craftsmanship.

Visitors can also enjoy the natural beauty surrounding them. The area is famous for its cherry blossoms in spring and colorful foliage in autumn. The shrine hosts several annual festivals, attracting many visitors who come to experience the cultural events and scenic views.

Hodosan Shrine is also known for its "miraculous fire," which is said to have protected the area from a wildfire in ancient times. This story adds to the shrine's rich cultural heritage and makes it a significant site for both locals and tourists.

Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Phone

+81 494-66-0084

Website

www.hodosan-jinja.or.jp

The area

Address

1828 Nagatoro, Chichibu District, Saitama 369-1305, Japan

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What other travelers are saying about Hodosan Shrine

Chasing autumn leaves, arrived around 6 PM. The temple was lighted up and we had the rare pleasure of sharing this with just a few others. Only November!

Celia

Nov 4, 2024

Visited on 6 Nov. Autumn leaves for this year are late, so the shrine is not so pretty. Nevertheless the shrine is still impressive

Cher Lee Kiat

Nov 6, 2024

Absolutely worth coming to see the plum blossoms! It was my first time witnessing such beautiful and fragrant plum blossoms – truly delightful. Taking the ropeway round trip costs 600 yen, and if you come by car, parking is 500 yen. I highly recommend coming here to relax; starting from January, you can enjoy the plum blossoms, and they should be in full bloom by February.

Ambrose Song

Jan 16, 2024

Beautiful, well-maintained shrine. Momiji making it even better. 10-15 min walk from Nagatoro station, slightly uphill. We went on a Saturday morning a bit earlier than most of the crown. At around 11am as we were departing, more people are pouring in so I think it can get crowded on weekend peak hours.

Xyra Nadayag

Oct 29, 2023

A really well cared for, clean and beautiful. Free parking at the bottom of the shrine. Not very stroller friendly because if the stairs and pebbles so baby carry or walking is best.