{"id":2547,"date":"2024-01-15T22:52:51","date_gmt":"2024-01-15T14:52:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/?p=2547"},"modified":"2024-10-29T17:43:37","modified_gmt":"2024-10-29T09:43:37","slug":"japan-2023-togakushi-taisha-shrines-nagano","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-togakushi-taisha-shrines-nagano\/","title":{"rendered":"Japan 2023 : Togakushi Taisha Shrines, Nagano"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#8dd2fc45;font-size:15px\">\n<li><strong><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Japan 2023 Trip Itinerary<\/span><\/em><\/strong> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nov 1 &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-introduction-and-arrival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arrival at Nagoya, around Nagano Station<\/a>, Stay : Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano-Zenkojiguchi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nov 2 &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-jigokudani-snow-monkey-park-nagano\/\" data-type=\"URL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bus trip to visit the famous Snow Monkey Park, Nagano<\/a>, Stay : Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano-Zenkojiguchi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nov 3 &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-togakushi-taisha-shrines-nagano\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Easy trek at Togakushi 5-shrines, Nagano<\/a>, Stay : Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano-Zenkojiguchi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nov 4 &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-zenkoji-temple-nagano-happo-pond-hakuba\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visite to Zenkoji Temple and hiking at Hakuba Happo Pond<\/a>, Stay : Hotel Hakuba<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nov 5 &#8211; <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-hakuba-mountain-harbour-hakuba\/\" target=\"_blank\">Relax at Hakuba Mountain Harbour and Oide Park,<\/a> Stay : Hotel Hakuba<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nov 6 &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-drive-to-sea-of-japan-benten-iwa-rock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Drive to Sea of Japan, Ben-ten Iwa rock<\/a>, Stay : APA Hotel &amp; Resort Joetsu Myoko<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nov 7 &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-kiyotsu-gorge-naena-waterfall-niigata\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Drive to Kiyotsu Gorge and Naena Waterfall<\/a>, Stay : APA Hotel &amp; Resort Joetsu Myoko<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nov 8 &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-lake-suwa-nagano\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Drive around Lake Nojiri, train ride to Lake Suwa and Tateishi Park<\/a>, Stay : Beni-ya Hotel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nov 9, 10 &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-shizuoka-city-shizuoka\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Train ride to Shizuoka and Nihondaira Terrace<\/a> sunset, Stay : Nippondaira Hotel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nov 11 &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-atami-shizuoka\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Walk around Atami City<\/a>, Stay : Super Hotel JR Fujiekimae Kinenkan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nov 12 &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-numazu-shizuoka\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mount Fuji, fresh seafood at Co-op and Numazu City festival<\/a>, Stay : Super Hotel JR Fujiekimae Kinenkan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nov 13 &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-numazu-shizuoka\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mount Fuji, Shira-Ito Falls, Fujisan Sengan Shrine, Mount Fuji World Heritage Center<\/a>, Stay : Super Hotel JR Fujiekimae Kinenkan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nov 14 &#8211; <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-mount-fuji-shizuoka\/\" target=\"_blank\">Mount Fuji, Hamamatsu Station and Overall Experienc<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-mount-fuji-shizuoka\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">e<\/a>, Stay : Hotel Route-Inn Tokoname Ekimae<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ninjawifi.com\/?pr_vmaf=nDepktvWNv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"https:\/\/ninjawifi.com\/?pr_vmaf=nDepktvWNv noopener\"><img data-attachment-id=\"2464\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/northern-hokkaido-2018-day-1\/banner-copy-1\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/banner-copy-1.jpg?fit=1280%2C270&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1280,270\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"banner-copy-1\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/banner-copy-1.jpg?fit=300%2C63&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/banner-copy-1.jpg?fit=780%2C165&amp;ssl=1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"780\" height=\"165\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/banner-copy-1-1024x216.jpg?resize=780%2C165&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/banner-copy-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C216&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/banner-copy-1.jpg?resize=300%2C63&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/banner-copy-1.jpg?resize=768%2C162&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/banner-copy-1.jpg?resize=284%2C60&amp;ssl=1 284w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/banner-copy-1.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a><figcaption>advertisement<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>It is Cultural Day, and the local crowd was expected to be large as it is a national holiday. We arrived early at the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Hw8EdR38psc49Ehh7\" target=\"_blank\">Alpico office<\/a> to purchase our Zenkoji &amp; Togakushi 1-Day Ticket Pass. It was the most affordable and convenient option at a price of 3,000yen each. Prior to that, we stopped by the nearby Family Mart to grab breakfast. before making our way to the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/cy1Bv1GE1NZSpdiR6\" target=\"_blank\">bus stop in front of the Alpico office<\/a> and joined the line waiting for Bus No.70 to arrive. Since it was a holiday, they had arranged for two buses to accommodate the expected weekend crowd &#8211; instead of one. Smart move!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-fGG6P3m\/0\/26b1a2b4\/X3\/i-fGG6P3m-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The 1-day ticket of Zenkoji &amp; Togakushi we purchased<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-JT8b4F7\/0\/da8d4b47\/X3\/i-JT8b4F7-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Alpico&#8217;s Highland Shuttle Bus. No.70 on the road<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Togakushi Shrine consists of 5 shrines: Togakushi-Hokosha (Lower Shrine), Togakushi-Chusha, Hinomikosha (Middle Shrines), and Togakushi-Okushairiguchi, Kuzuryusha (Upper Shrines). A path connects all 5 shrines, with the most popular and beautiful being the path between the Middle and Upper shrines. If you have enough time and energy, we highly recommend visiting all shrines, just as we did &#8211; to fully be immersed in the natural beauty in between all shrines. The total distance is about 7km, and it involves a steady uphill trek.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-mZbqpzt\/0\/5a7ee6cb\/X3\/i-mZbqpzt-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bus stop at Togakushi Hokosha<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-TdKgLcb\/0\/e7026bd2\/X3\/i-TdKgLcb-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Walk up the small road after alighting the bus<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After the bus ride of 1 1\/2 hours, we got off at <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/fs44TkWSzo6L4Frn9\" target=\"_blank\">Togakushi-Hokosha bus stop<\/a> to begin our first 2km trek. The first shrine greeted us with a magnificent wooden torii gate, flanked by cedar trees. We climbed the stairs and reached the stunning <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/i9EWdTgXm6sVhf769\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Togakushi-Hokosha temple<\/a> where we decided to take a break and have our breakfast. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-dLwSrKR\/0\/be5c4ea9\/X3\/i-dLwSrKR-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beautiful wood torii gate mark the entrance to the first of the 5 shrines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-4MpZnJ2\/0\/bbc032a7\/X2\/i-4MpZnJ2-X2.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Prepare to stairs!!!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-8Pz3Qcp\/0\/1e5744bb\/X2\/i-8Pz3Qcp-X2.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">&#8230; here we go<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-4xzdbqD\/0\/7e4222d6\/X3\/i-4xzdbqD-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/i9EWdTgXm6sVhf769\" target=\"_blank\">Togakushi-Hokosha<\/a> &#8211; beautiful<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After recharging ourselves with the ever dependable onigiri (riceballs), we continued on the forest path, which gradually transitioned from lush green to vibrant red as the foliage changed color. It was truly breathtaking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-CrxTPzw\/0\/15ae7b3d\/X3\/i-CrxTPzw-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Follow this sign to the next temple<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-jCrmMTK\/0\/ef0502dc\/X3\/i-jCrmMTK-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Autumn leaves adorned the floor of the path<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-X8Mx67D\/0\/20932263\/X3\/i-X8Mx67D-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Holy tree along the way \u795e\u9053(\u304b\u3093\u307f\u3061)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-BSxqX9K\/0\/82d6ad9f\/X3\/i-BSxqX9K-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">It can get confusing when seeing this sign. Very easy, just walk towards the main road with passing cars.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After a leisurely 40-minute walk, we reached the main traffic road that leads to the Middle Shrine. You can&#8217;t miss it, as a large white torii gate stands out, marking the entrance to <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/2ioZJinpNNfLHXkt5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Togakushi-Chusha<\/a> and Hinomikosha (Middle Shrines). Right after the entrance, there is a clean restroom to the right. It&#8217;s the last one you&#8217;ll come across for the next 2km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-J7rWvzH\/0\/1a86d692\/X3\/i-J7rWvzH-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">We listen to the sound of vehicles and followed the path<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-gVmCv27\/0\/e706436b\/X3\/i-gVmCv27-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">White torii gate of <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/2ioZJinpNNfLHXkt5\" target=\"_blank\">Togakushi-Chusha<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-t3zTtgx\/0\/a2f8bb09\/X3\/i-t3zTtgx-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The stairs leading up to the temple<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/2ioZJinpNNfLHXkt5\" target=\"_blank\">Togakushi-Chusha<\/a> is a grand and picturesque shrine, complete with a small waterfall beside it. Two large trees with sacred ropes, called &#8220;shimenawa&#8221;, caught our attention. These trees are said to be over a hundred years old, and one of them allowed visitors to touch and feel its power. Like japanese people likes to say &#8211; power spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travels\/Japan-2023\/Blog-Japan-2023\/n-FcDkS4\/i-hxkNnt5\/0\/1c7d0b79\/X2\/i-hxkNnt5-X2.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">800-year old sacred tree, \u6238\u96a0\u306e\u4e09\u672c\u6749(\u4e00\u672c\u76ee). Power spot!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-Tv6KZc3\/0\/66d5989c\/X3\/i-Tv6KZc3-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/2ioZJinpNNfLHXkt5\" target=\"_blank\">Togakushi-Chusha<\/a>. Beautiful<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-6\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-NwZh6kx\/0\/2b1c19de\/X2\/i-NwZh6kx-X2.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u3055\u3056\u308c\u6edd sacred waterfall<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-rTqnF72\/0\/2fc62b56\/X2\/i-rTqnF72-X2.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u6238\u96a0\u795e\u793e \u4e2d\u793e \u5fa1\u795e\u6728 sacred tree<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Once we had a quick meal, we continued along the trail to the left of the temple, leading us to a car park. However, we accidentally took the wrong turn at the fork. Despite this, the walk was enjoyable due to the shade provided by the numerous trees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-MMQjPKZ\/0\/34e4910b\/X3\/i-MMQjPKZ-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The other entrance if coming from the carpark<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-3Wv4Zg2\/0\/d06c3dc5\/X3\/i-3Wv4Zg2-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Carpark area<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-44PgTmt\/0\/a583d025\/X3\/i-44PgTmt-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Calm and relaxing walk up<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Eventually, we reached another road with very little traffic. Realizing that something was amiss, we approached two locals who were engaged in conversation. They kindly pointed us in the right direction. Despite the language barrier, we managed to communicate with limited English, Japanese and lots of gestures. A real chicken and duck talk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-XnzQt36\/0\/5e6706c3\/X3\/i-XnzQt36-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Getting lost in the wild<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After changing to the suggested path, we gave a sign of relief when we encountered a few local hikers. It was a serene and picturesque stroll, particularly when some paths were completely covered in autumn leaves as the trees prepared for winter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-d9rSXbj\/0\/4bba8c7a\/X3\/i-d9rSXbj-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The correct walking path with limited vehicular access<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-X5rh6M2\/0\/364ae19a\/X3\/i-X5rh6M2-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Natural carpet of leaves<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-KPpFfqh\/0\/81940634\/X3\/i-KPpFfqh-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Took a break with a killer view<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The walk concluded at another larger car park. This area was bustling with more people and featured two soba restaurants and a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/fi9dNoqeMZwLV2gk6\" target=\"_blank\">spacious restroom<\/a>. As we weren&#8217;t hungry, we decided to eat later and continued onwards to the next shrine: a grand wooden torii gate that marked the entrance to the final shrine, <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/9JRAJYvxM4eVFBUY6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Togakushi-Okushairiguchi<\/a> (\u6238\u96a0\u795e\u793e \u5965\u793e \u968f\u795e\u9580), also known as the Upper Shrine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-jHQJCgR\/0\/339e7c87\/X3\/i-jHQJCgR-X3.jpghttps:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-jHQJCgR\/0\/339e7c87\/X3\/i-jHQJCgR-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Toilet!! relief<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-Rvqxn9p\/0\/5284a7be\/X3\/i-Rvqxn9p-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The torii gate to the Upper Shrine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>From the torii gate, it was a 2km uphill trek to the Upper Shrine, with the final 500m being slightly steeper. This popular part of the Togakushi Shrine experience is the most beautiful and popular one so expect alot more visitors. Before we knew it, we&#8217;ve arrived at the stunning <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/r4EMFzEfAnhGnXs6A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zuishinmon Gate<\/a> (\u968f\u795e\u9580)<em> &#8211; <\/em>a striking red structure guarded by two lion-dogs and adorned with a thatched roof covered in plants and trees. It truly was an exquisite sight to behold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-38whqZf\/0\/adac95cf\/X3\/i-38whqZf-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Zuishinmon Gate<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-PHTCx9T\/0\/6c46b613\/X3\/i-PHTCx9T-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Walking past this gate means we&#8217;re entering the realm of the Gods<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-KpfP9fQ\/0\/c3e5b644\/X4\/i-KpfP9fQ-X4.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Passing the gate and looking behind at Zuishinmon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Passing through the gate, we were greeted by two rows of majestic Japanese cedar trees, creating an illusion of an endless forest in the distance. The surrounding nature was simply breathtaking. Despite the number of visitors that day, the walk remained serene, with conversation volumes kept to a minimum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-77LKmTW\/0\/f64b8f53\/X4\/i-77LKmTW-X4.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Amazing amazing giant cedar trees<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the next kilometer, the path became narrower and steeper as we approached the final temples: <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/GSicqsb8Dp7WpJGCA\" target=\"_blank\">Kuzuryusha<\/a> (\u6238\u96a0\u795e\u793e \u4e5d\u982d\u9f8d\u793e) and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/vk5V1Xin4Mgx27ZS8\" target=\"_blank\">Okusha Shrine<\/a> (\u6238\u96a0\u795e\u793e \u5965\u793e). As there were no handrails, children and senior citizens do practise extra care to climb the rocky steps leading to the shrines. There is a restroom before the final steps up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-kf7hvC2\/0\/599d6d2a\/X3\/i-kf7hvC2-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Steps with no handrail making the walk a tad difficult<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-gVRNNSc\/0\/ab30e2a6\/X3\/i-gVRNNSc-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A mini torii gate to a small temple<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-JPdCdHF\/0\/a9080b02\/X3\/i-JPdCdHF-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nearing the peak needs abit of finesse and leg muscle with utmost care. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After taking some photographs at the top, we swiftly descended and headed back to the main road, eager to satisfy our growling stomachs after all the walking. Even though we retraced our steps along the same path we took earlier, there were subtle changes in the atmosphere as the sun had moved higher and cast its rays at a different angle. Although it may seem insignificant, for the purpose of photography, it made a remarkable difference &#8211; the Zuishinmon Gate now appeared even more stunning with the cast of warm sunlight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-mGH7cQs\/0\/7c937c03\/X3\/i-mGH7cQs-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The final temples <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-L3sk7Qr\/0\/8f0e33e2\/X3\/i-L3sk7Qr-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Walking back pass the amazing red Zuishinmon Gate<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Reaching the main road, I inscribed my surname (\u3068 in hiragana) on the waiting list for the soba restaurant, <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/awCiKDuuReetAiVB6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u5965\u793e\u306e\u8336\u5c4b<\/a>. Fortunately, my limited knowledge of hiragana was finally put to good use. We savored dishes such as Kamo Namban (a delectable soupy soba with succulent duck meat), Tenzaru Soba (a refreshing cold dip soba accompanied by crispy tempura) and two delightful oyaki (traditional Japanese dumplings filled with pumpkin and mountain vegetables) at the charming \u5965\u793e\u306e\u8336\u5c4b. To complete our meal, we indulged ourselves with smooth and creamy ice cream. As expected from Japanese standards, the staff and service were exceptional, leaving us with a highly recommendable experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-DgCct58\/0\/4b1886b7\/X3\/i-DgCct58-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u5965\u793e\u306e\u8336\u5c4b &#8211; soba goodness<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-zzjwQ8p\/0\/8efd608f\/X3\/i-zzjwQ8p-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dependable Ninja-Wifi still at full speed <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-P2hWZWh\/0\/5616f9af\/X3\/i-P2hWZWh-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Oyaki<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-RvJ3mzv\/0\/11d7353f\/X3\/i-RvJ3mzv-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kamo Namban<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-sQDqJRt\/0\/0bcb8099\/X3\/i-sQDqJRt-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tenzaru Soba feast <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Afterwards, we strolled across the shop and patiently waited at the bus stop for our transportation back to Nagano Station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-3gr3V9z\/0\/8c6a9218\/X3\/i-3gr3V9z-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The bus stop to go back to Nagano, just across the soba shop<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-Lx2Q87K\/0\/2c2d1a0b\/X3\/i-Lx2Q87K-X3.jpg?w=780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bus. No.70 arrives on time!!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f6dede\">\n<li>Useful links:\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.go-nagano.net\/en\/trip-idea\/id19814\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to get to Togakushi Shrine<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alpico.co.jp\/en\/timetable\/nagano\/r-nagano-togakushi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Highland Shuttle Bus Schedule <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.japan-guide.com\/e\/e6005.html\" target=\"_blank\">General Information about Togakushi Shrine<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience :\n<ul>\n<li>Arrive early to the bus stop and line up. Even after buying the tickets, may have to wait for the next bus if the bus(es) are full. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring comfy walking shoes for the trek between all 5 shrines. Hiking shoes not necessary. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Torii gate etiquette : It is respectful to walk under the torii gate NOT in the center but at the sides. The center area is reserved for the Gods. I also notice japanese people will bow on entering and exiting the torii gate, which marks the divide between human and God&#8217;s domain. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It is Cultural Day, and the local crowd was expected to be large as it is a national holiday. We arrived early at the Alpico office to purchase our Zenkoji &amp; Togakushi 1-Day Ticket Pass. It was the most affordable and convenient option at a price of 3,000yen each. Prior to that, we stopped by &hellip; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2718,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_is_tweetstorm":false,"jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","enabled":false}}},"categories":[4],"tags":[447,449,112,446,457,456,450,452,451,453,454,448,458],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Nov3-title.jpg?fit=2440%2C1408&ssl=1","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/pc0No-F5","jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":2564,"url":"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-zenkoji-temple-nagano-happo-pond-hakuba\/","url_meta":{"origin":2547,"position":0},"title":"Japan 2023 : Zenkoji Temple, Nagano &#038; Happo Pond, Hakuba","author":"Teetoo","date":"January 25, 2024","format":false,"excerpt":"We woke up early, bought our breakfast at the nearest convenience store (konbini), and took a morning exercise walk to Zenkoji Temple since it was within walking distance from our hotel, Sotetsu Fresa Inn Nagano - about 2km away or 30mins walk one-way. The streets were quite empty with only\u2026","rel":"","context":"In &quot;Travel&quot;","block_context":{"text":"Travel","link":"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/category\/travels\/"},"img":{"alt_text":"","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Nov4-title.jpg?fit=1200%2C692&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200","width":350,"height":200,"srcset":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Nov4-title.jpg?fit=1200%2C692&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200 1x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Nov4-title.jpg?fit=1200%2C692&ssl=1&resize=525%2C300 1.5x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Nov4-title.jpg?fit=1200%2C692&ssl=1&resize=700%2C400 2x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Nov4-title.jpg?fit=1200%2C692&ssl=1&resize=1050%2C600 3x"},"classes":[]},{"id":2740,"url":"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-mount-fuji-shizuoka\/","url_meta":{"origin":2547,"position":1},"title":"Japan 2023 : Mount Fuji, Shizuoka","author":"Teetoo","date":"December 1, 2024","format":false,"excerpt":"I woke up really really early at 6am to take my morning walk to Fuji Yumeno Ohashi (bridge) as forecast for the day was super clear sky. Japan weather forecast tend to be quite accurate - so off I went on a chilly morning walk. The predawn blue-pinky-ish sky casting\u2026","rel":"","context":"In &quot;Travel&quot;","block_context":{"text":"Travel","link":"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/category\/travels\/"},"img":{"alt_text":"","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Nov14-title.jpg?fit=1200%2C692&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200","width":350,"height":200,"srcset":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Nov14-title.jpg?fit=1200%2C692&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200 1x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Nov14-title.jpg?fit=1200%2C692&ssl=1&resize=525%2C300 1.5x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Nov14-title.jpg?fit=1200%2C692&ssl=1&resize=700%2C400 2x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Nov14-title.jpg?fit=1200%2C692&ssl=1&resize=1050%2C600 3x"},"classes":[]},{"id":2478,"url":"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-introduction-and-arrival\/","url_meta":{"origin":2547,"position":2},"title":"Japan 2023 &#8211; Nagano, Niigata &#038; Shizuoka : Introduction and Arrival","author":"Teetoo","date":"December 22, 2023","format":false,"excerpt":"It's our first trip back to Japan since 2019, and we were incredibly excited for this long-awaited journey. As always, we opted for the ever-reliable Singapore Airlines to travel from Penang to Nagoya's Chubu Centrair Airport via a short layover at Singapore's Changi Airport. Since I can't sleep on airplanes,\u2026","rel":"","context":"In &quot;Travel&quot;","block_context":{"text":"Travel","link":"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/category\/travels\/"},"img":{"alt_text":"","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Japan-Blog2023-0025-scaled.jpg?fit=1200%2C800&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200","width":350,"height":200,"srcset":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Japan-Blog2023-0025-scaled.jpg?fit=1200%2C800&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200 1x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Japan-Blog2023-0025-scaled.jpg?fit=1200%2C800&ssl=1&resize=525%2C300 1.5x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Japan-Blog2023-0025-scaled.jpg?fit=1200%2C800&ssl=1&resize=700%2C400 2x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Japan-Blog2023-0025-scaled.jpg?fit=1200%2C800&ssl=1&resize=1050%2C600 3x"},"classes":[]},{"id":2507,"url":"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-jigokudani-snow-monkey-park-nagano\/","url_meta":{"origin":2547,"position":3},"title":"Japan 2023 : Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, Nagano","author":"Teetoo","date":"January 9, 2024","format":false,"excerpt":"I peeked at the weather forecast on my phone at 5 am\u2014it was clear! After an ice bath, I found myself outside, wandering the quiet streets of Nagano City, hoping to catch a glimpse of the sunrise. However, Nagano is surrounded by tall mountains, so the sun only makes an\u2026","rel":"","context":"In &quot;Travel&quot;","block_context":{"text":"Travel","link":"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/category\/travels\/"},"img":{"alt_text":"","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Nov2-title.jpg?fit=1200%2C692&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200","width":350,"height":200,"srcset":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Nov2-title.jpg?fit=1200%2C692&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200 1x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Nov2-title.jpg?fit=1200%2C692&ssl=1&resize=525%2C300 1.5x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Nov2-title.jpg?fit=1200%2C692&ssl=1&resize=700%2C400 2x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tee-too.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Nov2-title.jpg?fit=1200%2C692&ssl=1&resize=1050%2C600 3x"},"classes":[]},{"id":2686,"url":"https:\/\/tee-too.com\/blog\/japan-2023-atami-shizuoka\/","url_meta":{"origin":2547,"position":4},"title":"Japan 2023 : Atami, Shizuoka","author":"Teetoo","date":"October 21, 2024","format":false,"excerpt":"After 2 nights at the most expensive hotel in our trip, it is time to to head to our least expensive hotel at Fuji City. Again, Mount Fuji was a no-show as we bade goodbye to the hotel. 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