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The site of mountain worship centered on Shugendo.
This 414-meter-high mountain lies northwest of Mt. Gassan, the main peak of the three mountains of Dewa. A 29-meter-high, five-story pagoda blends into a grove of cedar trees, a few minutes' walk along a mountain path from Zuishinmon gate by the bus stop. It is said to have been built in 938 by Taira no Masakado, and it is one of the few remaining Buddhist structures in Mt. Haguro's Shinto-Buddhist syncretism. It was designated a national treasure in 1966.
From the five-story pagoda to the summit, there are 2,446 stone steps. There are some tough sections along the way, so choosing appropriate shoes is critical. At the summit, there is the Sanjin Gosaiden, one of Japan's largest thatched-roof shrines. The current shrine was built in 1818 at a cost of 5,275 ryo (more than 500 million yen in modern terms). The shrine is in a vibrant vermilion color and is adorned with intricate carvings all over. Buses to and from the mountain's summit are also available.
The Three Mountains of Dewa includes Mt. Gassan, Mt. Haguro, and Mt. Yudono. Pilgrimages to these three mountains have been considered a "journey of rebirth" that traces death and rebirth since ancient times.
The five-story pagoda is surrounded by lush greenery.
It looks fantastic in the snow.
The 1,000-year-old sacred tree “Jiji-sugi” (Grandpa Cedar Tree)
In the middle of the stone steps, there is a tea house to take a rest.
The “Sanjin Gosaiden,” one of Japan's largest thatched-roof shrines.
羽黑山是一個充滿自然美景和靈性氛圍的地方。走在山徑上，感受到清新的空氣和翠綠的樹木包圍，讓人心情愉悅。
要走到三神合祭殿路途有點遠，來回要三個小時。
