8886 Shirasu, Hakushu-cho, Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture
Rating
Cost per person
Free
Komagatake Shrine, located near the entrance to the Obirakawa Valley and the trailhead of Mount Kaikoma, offers a serene and historic atmosphere. Unlike meticulously maintained tourist shrines, this shrine exudes a sense of history with its moss-covered torii gates and grounds. It's a popular spot for hikers to visit before ascending Mount Kaikoma. The shrine is about a 10-minute walk from the Obirakawa Valley's free parking area, though the path can be a bit rough, so appropriate footwear is recommended. The main shrine of Komagatake Shrine is on the summit of Mount Kaikoma, and the Satomiya is in the Takeu area of Obirakawa Valley.