[靜岡] Hattasan and Horaibashi Bridge Sightseeing Tour by Van

• Sacred Steps and a Scenic Bridge: Hattasan & Horai Day Tour
• Escape the crowds and discover two of Shizuoka’s hidden gems on this peaceful 6hour tour.
• Start at Hattasan Temple, founded over 1,300 years ago. Climb its stone steps through towering trees and soak in the calm atmosphere. You can also witness a traditional Goma fire ritual, where monks chant and burn wooden prayer sticks to send wishes to the temple’s deity. Don’t miss the temple’s famous Yakuyoke Dango—five sweet rice dumplings on a stick, said to protect your whole body. Enjoy them with green tea at the teahouse.
• Then, head to Horai Bridge, the world’s longest wooden footbridge (897.4 meters). Crossing it is believed to bring long life and good luck. On clear days, you may even spot Mount Fuji in the distance. The riverside setting and peaceful walk make it perfect for photos and quiet reflection.
• This tour offers a unique blend of history, nature, and culture—an ideal off-the-beaten-path experience in Japan.

Spiritual, Dumplings, and Seasonal Beauty Hattasan Temple is a sacred place of over 1,300 years, known for its peaceful forest path, long stone staircase. It offers a powerful spiritual experience through the traditional Goma fire ritual. This mystical ceremony invokes protection and blessings through sacred fire. Held six times daily between 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM, visitors can register at the reception below the main hall. During the 30-minute ritual, monks chant mantras and burn wooden prayer sticks (gomagi), sending wishes to the temple’s main deity. Afterward, participants receive a talisman as a spiritual souvenir. Famous for its Yakuyoke Dango—five rice dumplings on a stick, symbolizing protection for the whole body (head, neck, torso, hands, legs). Let's enjoy with green tea. In late May to June, over 3,000 hydrangeas bloom across the temple grounds, In autumn, the temple glows with vibrant leaves, especially around the main hall.