Gassan Shrine (Dewa Sanzan)
月山神社
Yamagata · Shonai (Haguro)
Dewa Sanzan Rebirth
Kanpei Taisha (combined Dewa Sanzan)
Ideha Shrine (Dewa Sanzan / Haguro)
出羽神社
/ Ideha Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 JPY
Access
See details
Hours
Open daily, year-round
Overview
Mount Haguro is the gateway to the Dewa Sanzan pilgrimage, accessible year-round unlike the snow-bound Gassan and secret Yudono. The 2,446-stone-step approach through ancient cedar forest is one of Japan's most atmospheric pilgrimage paths. At the base stands a National Treasure five-story pagoda from the 14th century, and at the summit the Sanjin Gosaiden hall allows worship of all three mountain deities together.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
593 [推古元年]
Mount Haguro is the most accessible of the Three Mountains and houses the Sanjin Gosaiden hall where all three mountain deities can be worshipped together. The famous five-story pagoda (National Treasure) dates to the 14th century.
1372📄Documented
Five-story pagoda (current National Treasure) constructed
Enshrined Deities
⛩
Ideha No Kami
primary Deity
Blessings
Shrine Network
Dewa Sanzan head
Did You Know?
💡
The 2,446 stone steps through the cedar forest take approximately 60-90 minutes to climb.
Source: documented
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
38.7050, 139.9830
Physical Address
7 Toge, Haguro-machi, Tsuruoka, Yamagata
山形県鶴岡市羽黒町手向字手向7
Access
Tsuruoka Station (JR Uetsu Line)
Hours
Open daily, year-round
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Ideha Shrine (Dewa Sanzan / Haguro)?
Mount Haguro is the gateway to the Dewa Sanzan pilgrimage, accessible year-round unlike the snow-bound Gassan and secret Yudono. The 2,446-stone-step approach through ancient cedar forest is one of Japan's most atmospheric pilgrimage paths. At the base stands a National Treasure five-story pagoda from the 14th century, and at the summit the Sanjin Gosaiden hall allows worship of all three mountain deities together.
Where is Ideha Shrine (Dewa Sanzan / Haguro) located?
Ideha Shrine (Dewa Sanzan / Haguro) is located in Tsuruoka, Yamagata. The full address is: 7 Toge, Haguro-machi, Tsuruoka, Yamagata.
What deities are enshrined at Ideha Shrine (Dewa Sanzan / Haguro)?
The enshrined deities are: ideha no kami.