Niigata Niigata
June 30, 2025 (Monday)
[June 30]
●9:00 AM: at Hōjuin
●10:00 AM: around the area
Blow conch shells while touring the town
●7:30 PM: Light a bonfire at the summit of Sakado Mountain
Conducting a fire ritual / Staying overnight on the mountain
[July 1]
●2:00 PM: Descend the mountain and finish
Sakado Mountain Opening Ceremony
坂戸山・山開き
At the start of summer each year, Sakado Mountain hosts a mountain opening ceremony which includes a Shinto ritual, with the sound of conch shells resonating throughout the town. Visitors to the Fuji Gongen Hall at the summit can receive amulets and talismans. Access from the station or IC is convenient, and there is parking available although the spaces are limited. It is recommended to participate while feeling the mountain's open atmosphere and sacred vibe, and to thoroughly enjoy the view from the summit. This event offers a unique experience that blends nature and culture, leaving a wonderful memory for visitors. Be sure to visit Sakado Mountain and experience the charm of this special day.
Place:Sakado Mountain, Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture
Transportation:●15-minute walk from Muikamachi Station on JR Joetsu Line and Hokuhoku Line (Sakado Mountain Trailhead) ●15-minute drive from Muikamachi IC on the Kan-etsu Expressway (Turn left at R253 → Turn right at R17 → Left at Muikamachi Station intersection signal → Muikamachi Bridge → Turn left at R291 → Turn right after 50m → Go straight to the trailhead entrance) *The parking lot at the trailhead can accommodate up to 10 cars
Contact:025-773-6064