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Tsurugi Shrine

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 Tips about Tsurugi Shrine

This shrine is located in Mount Tsurugi. The climb takes about 2-2.5 hours but is not too difficult.

- What to do: Climb Mt. Tsurugi, visit Tsurugi Shrine for beautiful family photo opportunities under the torii gate.
- What to eat: Due to limited food options, bring your own food for the hike.
- What to avoid: Relying on finding food nearby as everything is at least an hour's drive away.
- Tips: Pray at the shrine before climbing, use the parking lot at the tourist center to access Ken Shrine, look into staying at nearby guesthouses or lodging facilities for convenience.
Opening 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
201 Higashiiyasugeoi, Miyoshi, Tokushima 778-0201, Japan

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