The route up is filled with small shrines, rocks covered with moss, lanterns, and beautiful forest vegetation. Although it sounds like a long journey, it takes between 30 minutes and one hour to get to the top. I recommend not seeing it as a workout, but trying to take the time to appreciate all the beauty around you. We went up slowly, took pictures, and sang with the sounds of the cicadas around us. Every once in a while we were given a reminder of how many steps were left – and it proceeded faster than we thought.
When we arrived at the main buildings of the temple on the top of the mountain, the view was truly amazing! Each and every corner revealed a gorgeous new viewpoint of the valley below. I couldn’t take my eyes off the temple rising from the rocky cliff.
The best view was revealed to us from the Godaigo Hall, where many business cards were hung (you didn’t think I’d miss the opportunity, did you?).
Don’t be afraid to try different trails and explore every corner of this beautiful place.
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