Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine Covered with Snow(Yukigesho shita kumano hongu taisha)

雪化粧した熊野本宮大社

Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine Standing in Impressive Grandeur

In 2018, Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine marks its 2,050th anniversary. The main building and the precincts when covered with snow evoke an atmosphere of impressive grandeur. The chance to visit Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine when it is covered with snow is a very rare occurrence.

Information

Area
Hongu, Hongu-cho, Tanabe City (Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine)
Season / Time zone
Winter / Morning
Weather conditions
Snowy
Frequency of appearance
Rare

Access

Train & Bus: Take a train to JR Kii-Tanabe Sta. Take a Ryujin Bus bound for Hosshinmon-oji, and get off at Hongu Taisha-mae[本宮大社前] (2hr.). Car: 57 km (1 hr. 20 min.) from Hanwa Expressway Nanki-Tanabe Interchange. There are parking spaces on the bank of the Kumano River in front of Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine.

Recommended spot

Tsugizakura-Oji Shrine > Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine