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A mountainside shrine accessible by cable car.
Because Mount Oyama is often covered in clouds, it has been revered since ancient times as a sacred mountain where people pray for rain. Oyama Afuri Shrine was built on the mountain and consists of the Lower Shrine and the Main Shrine at the summit. The Lower Shrine is also accessible by cable car.
Pilgrimages to Oyama Afuri Shrine are known as “Oyama-mairi.” During the Edo period, the shrine is said to have attracted as many as 200,000 worshippers each year and was so popular that it was depicted in ukiyo-e prints. Today, the historical and cultural significance of Oyama-mairi has been recognized through its designation as a Japan Heritage site.
The panoramic view from the Lower Shrine, located at an elevation of 696 meters, has even earned acclaim from a renowned travel guidebook. The Main Shrine stands at an elevation of 1,252 meters and requires a roughly 90-minute hike along a mountain trail from the Lower Shrine, so visitors should come properly prepared for hiking. Oyama-dera Temple, accessible by getting off the cable car along the way, is also popular for its colorful fall foliage.
Worship hall
View from the Lower Shrine of Oyama Afuri Shrine
Illuminated fall foliage
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Are goshuin shrine stamps available?
Yes, several types are available.
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Is parking available?
Yes. Afuri No. 1 Parking Lot is located near the bus terminal at the foot of the mountain.
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Are coin-operated lockers available?
No, they are not available.
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How long does it take to reach the Main Shrine at the summit?
It takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours on foot from the Lower Shrine.
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What are the cable car operating hours?
Please check the Oyama Cable Car website.
Some reviews are AI-translated.
Getting to Oyama definitely takes some legwork. I got off at Isehara Station on the Odakyu Line, took a bus to the Oyama Cable Car Station, and then still had to walk about 15 minutes to reach the cable car.
After working my way up, I finally arrived at Oyama Afuri Shrine. I visited along with the New Year’s crowds, then took in the view from the shrine—soaking up the deep blue of Sagami Bay and the clear winter sky all at once.
A hidden spot in Kanagawa for autumn leaves! 🍁
Even though there aren't huge areas of maples, you can still see unique Japanese maple trees and ginkgo. Really awesome!
The view from the mountain is amazing. You can clearly see Mt. Fuji and Enoshima.
You can see the beautiful ocean from here.
The view is absolutely stunning!
