5. Oyama Pilgrimage
Just a short journey from Tokyo, the Oyama Pilgrimage has drawn travelers since the Edo period to the lush slopes of Mount Oyama in Kanagawa Prefecture. This historic route guides pilgrims upwards along moss-covered stone steps and tranquil forest paths, passing through atmospheric gateways leading to ancient shrines like Oyama Afuri Shrine. Renowned not only for its spiritual heritage but also its stunning vistas, Mount Oyama offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and distant ocean. Today, visitors continue this tradition, seeking both spiritual renewal and a peaceful escape into nature’s embrace.
