Zao Kattamine Shrine/ the summit of Zao (Rear Shrine)
History & Culture
A shrine on the summit of Katsutadake, a part of Zao Mountain Range
It is deciated to the gods of Amano Mikumarino Kami, and Kunino Mikumarino Kami. Once there was Zao Gongen at the summit of Zao, the root of a venerable entity worshiped in Zao area. From the shrine, you can overlook Okama and the Sendai direction. During winter, the spirits of the gods climb down the mountain, and transferred to Katsutamine Shrine in Tohgatta Onsen Town.
- Address
- The summit of Katsutadage, Zao Mountain Range
- Access Method
- 10 minutes walk both from the bus stop "Zao Katsuta Summit" by Miyako Bus, and the end of Zao High Line
- Budget reference
- Free Entry