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July 31, 2025 (Thu) to August 7, 2025 (Thu) <Held during the same period every year>
Nantai Mountain Climbing Festival
男体山登拝大祭
The Nantai Mountain Climbing Festival is a historically rich festival dating back to the late Nara period, deeply reflecting the Nantai Mountain faith. During the festival, the Futara-san Shrine Chugushi is bustling with visitors, with special attention given to the midnight Nantai Mountain climb and the inner sanctuary visit. The inner sanctuary visit is a special experience unique to this period and is the only one of its kind in Japan. Approximately 2,000 participants challenge the nighttime climb, and the moment of witnessing the sunrise from the summit is moving. Participating in the festival provides a precious opportunity to directly experience Japan's ancient faith and natural beauty.
Place:Nikko Futara-san Shrine Chugushi
Transportation:From JR Nikko Line Nikko Station or Tobu Nikko Line Tobu Nikko Station, take a Tobu Bus towards Yumoto Onsen for about 55 minutes and get off at "Futara-san Shrine Chugushi". About 30 minutes from Nikko-Utsunomiya Road Kiyotaki IC.
Contact:0288-55-0017