Winter Trek with Yamabushi on Mt. Haguro For advanced person

Step into the sacred mountains under the quiet guidance of a Yamabushi monk, clad in the traditional white robes of pilgrimage. This is not merely a walk, but an ancient rite of purification and renewal — a path of rebirth passed down through centuries of Shugendō, Japan’s mountain ascetic tradition.

As you ascend Mount Haguro, you follow the footsteps of countless pilgrims who have come seeking clarity, strength, and harmony with nature. With each step along the moss-covered stone path, the outside world fades away, replaced by the deep presence of the forest and the steady rhythm of your breath.

At the heart of the journey, you will take part in a formal worship ceremony at the sacred Dewasanzan Shrine. Upon completion of the ritual, you will receive an Ofuda, a blessed talisman symbolizing spiritual rebirth and protection — a lasting reminder of the transformation you have undergone, and a guide to carry into everyday life.

Before descending the mountain, you will be welcomed into Saikan, the historic temple lodge, where the experience concludes with a traditional Shojin ryori meal. Crafted from seasonal mountain ingredients and rooted in centuries-old customs, this ascetic cuisine is both simple and profound — nourishing body and spirit alike, and serving as a quiet continuation of the journey itself.

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