3746 Osaki, Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture
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¥500
Hakkaisan Mikoto Shrine, deeply connected to Mount Hakkai, is located in Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture. While the mountain's full vista isn't visible from the shrine grounds, the site serves as a starting point for climbing Mount Hakkai. Though smaller than expected, the shrine exudes a serene atmosphere and is well-maintained with beautiful cedar trees lining the approach. It's easily accessible, approximately 10 minutes from the Yamato Smart IC on the Kanetsu Expressway and 7 km from Urasa Station. The shrine is a significant place of local worship and a testament to the enduring Hakkai mountain faith.