⛩️ Santakusan Sanbutsuji Temple's Tōdō (Hall of the Three Buddhas)

Tōrōdō is the inner hall of Sanbutsu-ji, an ancient temple of the Tendai sect of Shugendō, located in a depression on the north side of Mount Sande, at an elevation of 520 meters above sea level. According to legend, it was thrown into the rock cave by the founder of Shugendō, "Yakushimaru," using his mystical powers. This suspended hall, supported by long pillars, is said to have been built in the late Heian period and is one of the oldest existing shrine structures in Japan, although the method of construction remains an unsolved mystery to this day. Before entering the mountain, please wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for movement, take safety precautions, and register at the climbing office located in the main hall of Sanbutsu-ji. The one-way distance from the main hall to Tōrōdō is about 1 kilometer and takes approximately 45 minutes, with a rugged path that can be quite challenging. Along the way, you will have to climb over vine-covered slopes intertwined with tree roots, ascend rocky areas using iron chains, and traverse a rugged mountain path known as "Uma-baka" and "Ushi-baka," which are slippery and uneven. If you are not confident in your physical stamina, you can choose to pay respects to Tōrōdō from the base of the mountain. Sanbutsu-ji is part of the Daisen-Oki National Park and has also been designated as a "Japan Heritage." In the national park, you can enjoy magnificent views of vast primeval forests and ever-changing valleys.

A Buddhist hall built on a cliff at an elevation of 520 meters on the north side of Sandeshan. The distance from the main hall of Sanbutsu-ji to the Tokubutsu-do is about 1 kilometer, which takes approximately 45 minutes and involves a dangerous path. Before entering the mountain, it is necessary to check your shoes and clothing equipment. Be sure to prepare work gloves and ensure that you climb with two or more people. There are straw sandals for sale at the entrance to the mountain.