⛩ [Tochigi・Furumine Shrine] Meet Tengu and take a spiritual cleansing journey to this miraculous mountain shrine

⛩ [Tochigi, Furumine Shrine] Meet Tengu and take a spiritual cleansing journey at this miraculous mountain shrine Furumine Shrine is located deep in the mountains of Kanuma City, a short distance from Nikko, enshrined in a sacred atmosphere surrounded by greenery. The main deity is Emperor Yamato Takeru, and it is also known as a sacred place for Tengu faith. You can feel the silence of the forest and the tense atmosphere from the moment you visit the shrine. This is a "place of prayer" where you can be freed from the hustle and bustle of modern times and face yourself. ⸻ 🏯Features and Attractions ・Tengu statues are scattered throughout the shrine, creating a sacred and somewhat familiar atmosphere ・The goshuin is very popular, with a "Tengu ink writing" on it. Many people are impressed by the force and beauty of the brushstrokes. ・You can visit the majestic main hall, and if you walk to the inner shrine "Furuminegahara"** on the mountain behind the temple, you can experience a special spiritual experience. ⸻ 🚗Access ・About 50 minutes by taxi from JR Nikko Line "Kanuma Station" (public transportation is limited, so we recommend using a car) ・About 70 minutes by car from "Kanuma IC" on the Tohoku Expressway. There are mountain roads along the way, so drive slowly. ・Free parking is available, and it is recommended to visit during the autumn foliage season and the consecutive autumn foliage season. It gets a bit crowded on holidays, so it's best to visit early in the morning. ⸻ 🍁Recommended seasons ・May to June for fresh greenery and late October to early November for autumn leaves are especially recommended. ・The snowy scenery is also beautiful, so December to February is also attractive for those who want to enjoy the quiet of winter. ・On days when there are events related to Tengu faith, special goshuin and omamori are given out. ⸻ 🧘♀️Experience points ・If you wish, you can also **formal worship (fee required)**. The recitation of prayers by the priests and the offering of tamagushi are touching moments. ・The time spent gazing at the pond and garden while enjoying matcha and Japanese sweets at the adjacent "Komineen" is also exceptional. ・For souvenirs, we recommend Tengu-themed omamori and ofuda. Great for a trip souvenir. ⸻ 👣Travel tips - If you want to know more about the legend of Tengu, we recommend reading the history of the shrine on the official website before visiting. - The culture of quiet worship is alive and well, so refrain from taking photos and talking. - If you have the stamina, the best part of the trip is walking from the back approach to the inner shrine as if you were hiking. ⸻ Furumine Shrine is the perfect place to get away from your daily life and reexamine yourself. Please try to experience a trip surrounded by tranquility and pure air on the sacred mountain protected by Tengu. ⸻ #TochigiTour #TochigiTrip #FurumineShrine #ShrineTour #TenguFaith #GoshuinTour #SoloTrip #CoupleTrip #AbsolutelyFreeTrip #MentalDetoxTrip