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
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
⛩
primary Deity
Regional deity of Dewa Province (Yamagata/Akita); worshipped at Dewa Sanzan (Three Mountains of Dewa)
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
Historical Province
Dewa
Access
Tsuruoka Station (JR Uetsu Line)
Hours
Open daily, year-round
Bus
Bus to Hagurosan summit (55 min from Tsuruoka)
Best Times to Visit
summerautumnwinter
Foreign Language Support
English signage
Accessibility
Partial - road access to summit; stone steps are traditional approach
Official Website
https://dewasanzan.jp/
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
Related Shrines
Learn More About Shinto Shrines
Background reading for visitors and pilgrims.
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.