Tsuruoka & Dewa-Sanzan Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

4.5
(2 reviews)

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Tsuruoka and Dewa-Sanzan!

Tsuruoka is region has an absolute treasure trove of hidden gems to explore. If you’re searching for the chance to refresh your mind, body, and soul, a pilgrimage to the Dewa Sanzan in Tsuruoka may be in order. For over 1400 years, the Dewa Sanzan in Tsuruoka City, have been the site for mountain worshippers from across the world.

Your guide will start your day with a morning pickup at your hotel. Let us know what special requests you have for the day and we will customize your itinerary in advance!

Note*1:This tour is with The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter and they are NOT mountaineer.
Note*2: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.

What's Included

Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Tsuruoka
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Private transportation
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

This private tour is a walking day tour. A private vehicle is not included. Public transportation or local taxis maybe used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with the guide after a reservation is finalized. Please have Japanese Yen on hand for your transportation costs. If you wish to arrange for a private vehicle, please contact us directly. All Private vehicles must be booked 5 days in advance. Maximum number of passengers: 7.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Each of the Three Sacred Mountains of Dewa represents a different world; Mt. Haguro the world of the present, Mt. Gassan the world of the past or the afterlife, and Mt. Yudono the future or rebirth.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2

    As one of the mythical Three Holy Mountains of Dewa (Dewa Sanzan), Mt. Haguro boasts incredible pristine natural beauty and spiritual wonder that has drawn visitors to its peak since the 6th century A.D. Mt. Haguro represents the present and the world of earthly desires and is the start of a sacred pilgrimage known as the Journey of Rebirth that involves traveling through the present, past, and future on these three holy mountains. Those who partake in this journey are known as Yamabushi, mountain monks who revere nature and follow the ancient religion of Shugendo.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Each of the Three Sacred Mountains of Dewa represents a different world; Mt. Haguro the world of the present, Mt. Gassan the world of the past or the afterlife, and Mt. Yudono the future or rebirth. ※Gassan mountain only opens between July and Middle of September

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4

    The museum establishes it as treasure building of Dewa Sanzan Shrine in 1915. I received the designation of the museum method in 1952 and was renamed to "Dewa Sanzan history Museum", and a building as of 1970 was completed. Most to store are articles of the mountaineering asceticism era of the mixture of Buddhism and Shintoism.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    From the ancient times, it has been considered to be one of life courtesy to visit both the Ise Grand Shrine to the west and Dewa Sanzan to the east.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    From the ancient times, it has been considered to be one of life courtesy to visit both the Ise Grand Shrine to the west and Dewa Sanzan to the east.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Each of the Three Sacred Mountains of Dewa represents a different world; Mt. Haguro the world of the present, Mt. Gassan the world of the past or the afterlife, and Mt. Yudono the future or rebirth. ※Yudonosan Shrine usually opens between June to October.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Tsuruoka Park is one of Yamagata Prefecture's best-known spots for hanami cherry blossom viewing. Join the locals in eating and drinking beneath the 730 cherry trees. The park becomes extra picturesque every spring.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
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