Hinumanai Jinja Shrine

Enshrined here is Toyouke Ookami, the Goddess of Abundant Harvest and Food, who is said to have been born in the northern Kyoto region. Toyouke Ookami is also enshrined at Moto Ise Jingu in Fukuchiyama city which is said to be the original location of Japan's Holiest Shrine, Ise Jingu (Mie Prefec…

Enjoji Temple

Enjoji Temple can be found in Mineyama. The main hall is flanked on both sides by large Deva king (guardian god) statues, which were made by a Kyoto Buddhist sculptor. The main object of worship at Enjoji is a statue of the thousand armed Kannon (deity of compassion), a designated National Imp…

Joryuji Temple

Joryuji Temple is home to the tombstone of Saheiji Kinuya, one of the founders of Tango Chirimen Silk and it is the Bodaiji (family temple) of the Kyogoku clan, who ruled the Mineyama domain in the Edo Period (1603-1868 CE). Every year, a memorial service is held in honour of Saheiji to commemora…

Zenjoji Temple

Zenjoji Temple played a significant role in the Tango Chirimen Silk industry. In the Edo period (1603-1868 CE), Tango textiles were suffering from a slump, losing ground to the highly skilled and famous Nishijin textile industry. In order to re-establish Tango textiles' standing in the industry, …

Otome Jinja Shrine

Otome Jinja can be found at the foot of Mt. Isanago in Mineyama and is associated with the Legend of Hagoromo. The legend has many retellings but tells the tale of a Tennyo (heavenly woman) who decends to earth and has her hagoromo (feather cloak) stolen. The Legend of Hagoromo at Otome Jinja say…

Hekisuigyoen

Hekisuigyoen boast large indoor baths and open air baths with natural hot spring water fresh from the source. Heal yourself in this 100% natural hot spring and enjoy the Kumihama Bay as the four seasons come and go. Admire the picture-perfect landscape views from the hot spring bath. Relax …

Japanese Confectionary Toda F…

With more than 60 years of history, this shop manufactures and sells sweets connected to the legends and the history of Tango. Konpira Monaka (adzuki beans in a wafer case) and Tango Path (chestnut and white sweet bean paste steamed bun) have been enjoyed by our customers for many years. Our new pro…

Onojin Soy Sauce & Miso

This miso and soy sauce production warehouse was established in 1912. They use traditional production methods, while also making products that meet the needs of modern consumers. The products are delicious, safe, and trustworthy. Recommended Goods: “Jin Zaemon” soy sauce prepared in a Japanese ced…

Keitoku-In Temple

Keitoku-In Temple is famous for having 44 fusuma (Japanese sliding screens) painted by the Japanese artist Roshu Nagasawa, of the Maruyama school. The six rooms in the main temple contain an 8-screen painting of a tiger, and an 8-screen painting of a flower and bird. These works demonstrate the uni…

Kotohira Jinja Shrine

Established in 1811, Kotohira Jinja Shrine, attracts people from all over Tango who pray here for business prosperity, scholastic excellence, marriage and more. In the autumn the shrine is decorated with beautifully colored leaves. This is the only shrine in Japan with Komaneko (guardian cats). T…

Mt. Isanago

Mt. Isanago, located in Mineyama and has a height of 661 meters. The mountain is famous for being where the Angel Hagoromo, one of Kyotango's 7 princess, landed. This mountain is the site of the oldest record of the Hagoromo legend. At the mid-slope of this mountain is “Meike" (Maiden Pond) where …

Tennyo no Sato Village

Tennyo no Sato Village is an interactive facility located at the base of Mt. Isanago, the site of the oldest record of the Hagoromo legend. The traditional style cottages and the neighboring campsite serve as a center for local activities, including: mountain stream fishing and making konyac jelly …