Explore Mount Yudono, one of the three Holy Mountains of Dewa, with over 1,000 years of history. Experience the training of Yamabushi, including waterfall asceticism and sacred rituals.
Price per person (for 2 people)
JPY 125,100
Price per person (for 3-6 people)
JPY 103,800
Price per person (for 7-10 people)
JPY 91,600
Days of Week
Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
Duration
1d 10m
Highlights
POINT
1
Experience a profound spiritual rebirth through ancient rituals at the most sacred site of Dewa Sanzan
POINT
2
Master the philosophy of "Uketamo" to build mental resilience while connecting deeply with powerful nature
POINT
3
Step into a hidden world of Japanese spirituality through authentic training led by experienced mountain ascetics
Outline
10:00
Meet at Yudonosan Sanrojo (Mountain Lodge)
Start of the training experience
10:00 - 12:30
Introduction to the spiritual training
Waterfall meditation (Takigyo) at Otaki or Kanman-no-taki Visit and prayer at the Main Shrine of Mt. Yudono
13:30 - 14:00
Light Lunch
Simple meals during the training at Sanrojo
15:00 - 16:00
Chinkon-gyo (Soul-soothing ritual)
16:00 - 17:30
Reflection session
Bathing in the sacred hot spring
18:00
Dinner at Sanrojo
Overnight stay at Yudonosan Sanrojo
7:00
Breakfast
8:30
Morning Ritual (Asamikesai)
9:00 - 10:00
Completion Ceremony
10:10
Departure
Checkin Times / Locations
Plan Information
- What's Included
- Waterfall Meditation Attire Set (Rental)
- Yamabushi Guide & Interpreter Guide (English)
- Hongu Shrine Admission Fee
- Main shrine Shuttle Bus Fare on-site
- Accommodation - 1 night stay
- 3 Meals (Lunch, Dinner & Breakfast)
- Travel insuarance
- What's Not Included
- Personal expenses (Beverages, etc)
- Transportation to/from Yudonosan Sanrojo
- Towel & Clothes to change
- Restrictions
- Not recommended for children or individuals with certain medical conditions
- Taking photos is prohivided at the Yudono Shrine
- What to Bring
- Underwear Requirements Participants are requested to wear white, beige, or ivory underwear
- Female participants should wear a white inner top with a built-in bra, worn under the outer garment
- Male participants should wear white briefs or a traditional fundoshi only
- 2 bath towel (to dry your body after the waterfall ritual) & 1 Face towel (to wipe your feet after visiting the Yudonosan Shrine Main Hall)
- Plastic bag (to store your shoes)
- Additional Info
- This program requires prior reservation and may be adjusted based on weather and water conditions.
- Experienced Yamabushi guides or shrine staff lead all activities to ensure safety and authenticity.
- Accommodation at Yudono-san Sanrojo: Please note that guest rooms feature shared bathroom and toilet facilities, Japanese-style futon bedding. (Simple beds are available for an additional fee; please contact us for pricing and availability)
- To coincide with the opening of Mt. Yudono (from June 1), we offer an advance reservation–only hired car service called the “Tsuruoka Sightseeing Liner.” Please ask us if needed
Cancellation Policies
Until 17:00 14 days prior:
30%
Until 17:00 3 days prior:
50%
After 17:00 3 days prior:
100%
Participation Date