Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Togakushi Shrine
戸隠神社
/ Togakushi Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
See details
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Overview
Togakushi Shrine is a complex of five interconnected shrines set deep in the mountains of northern Nagano. The shrines are associated with the Amano-Iwato cave myth, in which various deities worked to coax the sun goddess Amaterasu out of hiding. The deity at the innermost shrine, Ame-no-Tajikarao, is the god who pulled open the cave door. The approach to the Okusha (innermost shrine) passes through a breathtaking avenue of giant cryptomeria cedars, some over 400 years old, creating one of the most atmospheric shrine approaches in all of Japan.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
Blessings
Shrine Network
Did You Know?
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The giant cedar avenue leading to Okusha (innermost shrine) features trees over 400 years old and is considered one of Japan's most spiritual approaches.
Source: documented
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Togakushi is also famous for its soba noodles, said to have been brought by mountain ascetics (yamabushi) centuries ago.
Source: tradition
In Pop Culture
game / 2019
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Togakushi Shrine in Nagano. The game's mountain shrine settings and shinobi themes evoke Togakushi, a real location associated with ninja legends.
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
36.7547, 138.0622
Physical Address
3506 Togakushi, Nagano-shi, Nagano (Chusha)
長野県長野市戸隠3506(中社)
Historical Province
Shinano
Access
Nagano Station (JR Hokuriku Shinkansen)
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Bus
Bus from Nagano Station, about 60 minutes
Best Times to Visit
summer (green)autumn (foliage)winter (snow)
Foreign Language Support
English (pamphlet)
Accessibility
Limited (mountain terrain)
Official Website
https://www.togakushi-jinja.jp/
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
Why This Shrine
Five ancient shrines in a mystical mountain setting. The cedar-lined approach to Okusha is an unforgettable experience, and the area's famous soba adds to the appeal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Togakushi Shrine?
Togakushi Shrine is a complex of five interconnected shrines set deep in the mountains of northern Nagano. The shrines are associated with the Amano-Iwato cave myth, in which various deities worked to coax the sun goddess Amaterasu out of hiding. The deity at the innermost shrine, Ame-no-Tajikarao, is the god who pulled open the cave door. The approach to the Okusha (innermost shrine) passes through a breathtaking avenue of giant cryptomeria cedars, some over 400 years old, creating one of the most atmospheric shrine approaches in all of Japan.
Where is Togakushi Shrine located?
Togakushi Shrine is located in Nagano-shi, Nagano. The full address is: 3506 Togakushi, Nagano-shi, Nagano (Chusha).
What deities are enshrined at Togakushi Shrine?
The enshrined deities are: Amenotajikarao no Kami.