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～A Lucky Shrine Tour with a Bus Guide～

Chichibu three shrine tour

Operate: Keio Electric Railway Bus Company

D/A: Departs from （Meidaimae and Shinjuku）
Departs from（Fuchu）

Date: 6/14 (Fri)　from Meidaimae & Shinjuku
7/4 (Thu)　from Fuchuended

Min. num: Operates from 25 people

Keio Electric Railway Bus reservation site will open

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※Seats will be shared within your group, but as a general rule, you will not be seated with people from other groups.

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Hodogaya Shrine(Free worship)

Hodogaya Shrine is related to the heroic figure from Japanese mythology, Yamatotakeru no Mikoto, and is one of the three major shrines in the Chichibu area. The shrine is believed to provide benefits such as improvement in fortune, business prosperity, and protection from disasters. It is particularly famous as a "mountain climbing to treasure," making it auspicious for financial luck. More than a million visitors come to the shrine each year, indicating its popularity and the depth of faith it inspires. Not only locals but also people from all over the Kanto region visit this shrine to experience its sacred atmosphere and beautiful natural surroundings, seeking spiritual purification and to make wishes. Hodogaya Shrine continues to be cherished by many for its historical significance and powerful spiritual benefits.
Chichibu Shrine(Free worship)

Chichibu Shrine is a highly historic shrine that has been the chief protective deity of the Chichibu region for over 2100 years. It is one of the three major shrines of Chichibu, attracting a large number of devotees. The shrine features a unique type of fortune-telling called "Mizuura," where fortunes appear when the paper is soaked in water. Additionally, the shrine is known for its exquisite carvings, such as the "Connecting Dragon" and the "Energetic Three Monkeys." Chichibu Shrine is particularly famous for its annual "Chichibu Night Festival" held in December. The festival is known for its spectacular floats and portable shrines, and has been registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage under the category of "Mountain, Float, and Portable Shrine Festivals." This festival symbolizes local culture and tradition, drawing many visitors who are captivated by its historical significance and vibrant festivities. The shrine is popular as a site that offers rich history, culture, and spiritual value.
Mitsumine Shrine(Free worship)

Widely known as one of the leading power spots in Kanto, it began about 1900 years ago when the Japanese hero Yamatotakeru no Mikoto prayed for peace in Japan and enshrined a deity. Located at an altitude of 1102 meters in the highlands of Mount Mitsumine, it is also popular as a dragon's lair spot where strong energy from the mountains flows in. Often referred to as the "strongest power spot in Kanto," the strong "ki" emanating from a sacred tree said to be 800 years old and the "enmusubi no ki," believed to fulfill connections, are particularly well-known. The remote worship hall within the shrine grounds is a popular scenic spot where, if the weather is good, one can see a sea of clouds, attracting many visitors. With its sacred atmosphere and natural beauty, it is a place that provides peace of mind to those who visit, making it a highly valuable presence.

Course Schedule

(Departs from Meidaimae 7:20,Shinjuku 7:50)
(Departs from Fuchu 7:40)

Hodogaya Shrine(Free worship)

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1828 Nagatoro, Nagatoro-cho, Chichibu-gun, Saitama 369-1305

Hotozan Shrine is one of the three Chichibu shrines that is associated with the Japanese mythical hero Yamato Takeru no Mikoto. It is said to bring good luck, prosperous business, and warding off disasters, and is especially known as the ``treasure mountain,'' and is also considered an auspicious place for financial luck. More than 1 million people visit the shrine every year, demonstrating its popularity and deep faith. Not only locals but also many people from all over the Kanto region visit this shrine to purify themselves spiritually and make wishes in its sacred atmosphere and beautiful natural surroundings. It is a shrine that continues to be loved by many people due to its historical background and powerful spiritual experiences.

Chichibu Shrine(Free worship)

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1-3 Bambacho, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture 368-0041

Chichibu Shrine is the guardian deity of the Chichibu region, which has a long history of over 2100 years. As one of the three Chichibu shrines, it is worshiped by many people. This shrine has a unique omikuji called ``mizu divination'', which has the characteristic that when you dip it in water, your fortune will appear. Another attraction of the shrine is the splendid carvings such as the ``Tsunagi Dragon'' and ``Ogenki Three Monkeys''. The Chichibu Night Festival, held every December, is especially famous, featuring floats and floats, and is registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage as a ``Yama, Hoko, and Yatai Festival.'' This festival is a symbol of local culture and tradition, and many visitors are fascinated by its historical background and colorful content. It is a popular shrine offering rich history and culture as well as spiritual value.

Sabo Restaurant Spring/Summer/Autumn/Winter

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368-0046 Local Products Center 2F, 1-7 Miyagatacho, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture

The "Shunkashūtō" Tea Room Restaurant is dedicated to the local production and consumption of food. It offers a special "Seasonal Taste Meal" using seasonal ingredients from the Chichibu area, with most of the ingredients sourced from local producers. The manager personally cultivates about 20 types of vegetables at the restaurant's own farm, using completely pesticide-free and organic methods, ensuring the provision of fresh, safe, and reliable vegetables daily. By offering ingredients with visible origins, the restaurant emphasizes its connection with Chichibu producers, aiming to revitalize local agriculture and related industries. It supports the local food culture rooted in the area, allowing visitors to directly experience the blessings of local nature and conveying the true value of food.

Mitsumine Shrine(Free worship)

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298-1 Mitsumine, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture 369-1902

Widely recognized as one of the leading power spots in Kanto, it began about 1900 years ago when the Japanese hero Yamatotakeru no Mikoto prayed for peace in Japan and enshrined a deity. Located at an altitude of 1102 meters in the highlands of Mount Mitsumine, it is also popular as a dragon's lair spot where strong energy from the mountains flows in. Often referred to as the "strongest power spot in Kanto," the strong "ki" emanating from a sacred tree said to be 800 years old and the "enmusubi no ki," believed to fulfill connections, are particularly well-known. The remote worship hall within the shrine grounds is a popular scenic spot where, if the weather is good, one can see a sea of clouds, attracting many visitors. With its sacred atmosphere and natural beauty, it is a place that provides peace of mind to those who visit, making it a highly valuable shrine.

(Arrive around Shinjuku 18:40,Meidaimae 19:00)
(Arrive around Fuchu 18:40)

Travel Conditions

Minimum number	25 people
Tour guide	A bus guide will accompany the group.
Number of meals	0 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 0 Dinners
Local coordinator	none
Remarks	・We recommend participating in well-worn shoes and comfortable clothing. ・There will be no tour conductor or bus guide accompanying this bus tour listed in this brochure. (A bus guide will accompany the tour of the Lucky Shrine.) ・Please note that road conditions may cause changes to the itinerary or delays in the return times. ・The tour price includes lunch and admission fees to the facilities.

※Please check other 'Guidance & Precautions'on thebus company's reservation site.

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Operating by：Keio Electric Railway Bus Company

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