Mount Osore

Mount Osore

Mount Osore is regarded as one of Japan's three great sacred mountains, alongside Mount Hiei and Mount Koya. Located on the Shimokita Peninsula, this spiritual site was opened about 1,200 years ago by the priest Jikaku Daishi Ennin. The principal object of worship here is the "Enmei Jizo Bodhisattva," carved by Ennin himself. According to local legends, it is said that "when you die, you go to the mountain (Osorezan)," and it is revered as a place that connects the afterlife and the present world. The landscape, shaped by volcanic activity, evokes images of hell and paradise, with a particularly sulfurous area featuring a hot spring where visitors can bathe for free. Additionally, the Bodai-ji Temple of Osorezan was founded in 862, and every summer and autumn, a ritual is held where a medium known as Itako calls the spirits of the deceased, attracting many visitors. The name is said to have originated from the Ainu word "Ushoro," and together with the beautiful scenery of Lake Usori, many people visit to remember their loved ones. Osorezan serves as a spiritual refuge for many, bridging the gap between the mortal world and the afterlife.

Basic Information

Spot Name
Mount Osore
Location
3-2 Usoriyama, Tanabu, Mutsu City, Aomori Prefecture 
Access
Approximately 40 minutes by car from JR Shimokita Station.
Parking
Available
Business Hours
Open from May 1 to October 31, from 6 AM to 6 PM.
Regular Holiday
Closed from November to April.
Fees
Individual adults: 500 yen per person
Elementary and middle school students: 200 yen per person
Contact Information
Phone Number:0175-22-3825
Official Website

Map

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