Isehara Flower Report – March 30, 2026 Here is today's update on cherry blossom blooming in Isehara City. Somei-yoshino cherry trees are blooming beautifully across the city and are now at their best. Around Isehara Station, you can casually enjoy hanami at Isehara Daijingu, Kanzan Park, and Chizu Park. Cherry blossoms are also at their peak at Sannomiya Hibita Shrine, Hinata Yakushi, Jyohatsu-ganji Temple, the General Sports Park, and Fujiyama Park. On MtOoyama, blooms are progressing around Kasumi Bridge, while the Ooyama cherry trees are still a little short of full bloom. Along the Shibuta River, you can enjoy cherry blossoms together with moss phlox, creating a colorful, spring-like scene along the riverbank.

Ooyama Sky Lantern Event Following last week, the second Ooyama Sky Lantern will take place tomorrow, Saturday, January 24th. We are thrilled to welcome Yutaka Hozumi, the well-known reporter from FM Yokohama, as the event MC.

[Ooyama Wild Boar and Deer (Gibier) Fair Now Underway] Ooyama is currently hosting the Ooyama Wild Boar and Deer (gibier) Fair. Gibier cuisine in Ooyama, where boar hotpot has been enjoyed for generations, ranks alongside tofu dishes as a local specialty. Many temple lodgings and restaurants serve seasonal flavors unique to this period. Take this opportunity to visit Ooyama and taste these signature dishes. *Some establishments may require reservations.* Event Period ◆ Through March 31, 2026 For details, please see the official website. https://www.city.isehara.kanagawa.jp/kankou_guide/docs/2025090900014/...

[Notice: Isehara Yoga in MtOoyama] Join a relaxing yoga session held at Ryokan Asada at the foot of MtOoyama. This special event lets you gently release everyday fatigue with yoga, restore body and mind, and enjoy the ryokan’s signature tofu kaiseki for lunch. We hope you will join us. Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Time: Yoga from 10:00 (90 minutes) ※Registration from 9:30 Venue: Ryokan Asada Fee: 5,000 yen (includes meal) Capacity: 20 people (minimum 10 participants required; advance reservation needed) What to bring: comfortable clothing, a drink, and a yoga mat (rental available for 200 yen) Application deadline: Friday, February 13, 2026 For details, please see the official website. https://isehara-kanko.com/isehara-yoga/...

Isehara Autumn Foliage Report 2025.11.17 Here is today’s update on the autumn leaves in Isehara. The foliage at Afuri Shrine and Daisenji Temple has begun to change color. This weekend finally brings the illuminated autumn foliage displays. For details such as the schedule, please see the tourism association’s special site. https://isehara-kanko.com/autumn-lightup/... Although it is a weekday, many visitors have come. The autumn foliage season is expected to be very crowded with large numbers of visitors. Please take care when you visit.

Commemorating the 1,270th Anniversary of Daisenji Temple’s Founding: Secret Buddha Exhibition The special exhibition at Daisenji Temple, which ran until June 1, has been so well received that it will be held again. The following three hidden Daikokuten statues will be revealed. ・Three-Faced Daikokuten (ancient style) ・Daikokuten (by Goto Saigu) ・Three-Faced Daikokuten (by Takamura Koun) Notably, the Three-Faced Daikokuten (ancient style) will be shown to the public for the first time. Please take this opportunity to see them. Special Exhibition Period: Sunday, September 28, 2025 – Monday, December 8, 2025 Hours: 8:45 AM – 5:00 PM Admission: 500 yen Inquiries: Daisenji Temple Tel: 0463-95-2011

Bear sighting on the trail between Oyama Lookout and Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine Around 12:00 on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, a bear was sighted on the Oyama Koma Approach Road. Residents, hikers, and others are asked to take care during nighttime and early morning activities, as well as when commuting to work or school. When climbing, please take precautions such as carrying a bear bell. For details, check the city’s website. https://www.city.isehara.kanagawa.jp/kankou_guide/docs/2025091000027/...

Bear sighting on Oyama Koma Approach At around 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 17, 2025, a bear was sighted on the Oyama Koma Approach. When hiking, please take precautions such as carrying a bear bell. For details, check the city website. https://www.city.isehara.kanagawa.jp/kankou_guide/docs/2025081800026/...

Notice of the Reopening of the Restroom at the Summit of MtOoyama The public restroom at the summit of MtOoyama had been closed due to damage to the water supply facilities, but it reopened for public use on Thursday, June 26, 2025. We apologize for the inconvenience. For details, please check the official website. https://www.city.isehara.kanagawa.jp/kankou_guide/docs/2025062600058/...

[Temporary Closure of the Restroom at the Summit of MtOoyama] The public restroom at the summit of MtOoyama is currently unavailable due to damage to the water supply facilities. We will notify you again once we have a clear timeline for reopening. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation. For details, please check the official website. https://www.city.isehara.kanagawa.jp/kankou_guide/docs/2025061700087/...

Notice of suspension of the Oyama Cable Car for scheduled inspections The Oyama Cable Car will suspend operations for scheduled inspections during the following periods. Suspension periods June 2, 2025 (Monday) to June 6, 2025 (Friday), June 9, 2025 (Monday) to June 12, 2025 (Thursday) Closed all day (9 days total) *The cable car will operate as usual on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8.* For details, please check the official website. https://www.ooyama-cable.co.jp/unkyu202506.html...

📢 Happening this weekend! [#Isehara Cultural Heritage Festa 2025 Spring 🌸] A treasure of Isehara ✨ Enjoy a luxurious event where you can actually experience many intangible folk cultural properties! Dive into the world of Noh with the "#Ooyama Noh" Noh workshop, try on rare masks and practice sliding-footwork techniques, lose yourself in the beautiful sounds of the "#Nagauta #Hayashi (yokobue)" concert and dance demonstrations 🎶, and have fun watching and spinning at the "#Ooyama Koma" top-spinning experience 🪅—and much more! Why not experience Isehara’s rich cultural heritage through a variety of traditional performing arts and crafts? 😊 🗓️ Date and time: Sunday, March 23, 10:00–16:00 ※For each booth’s detailed schedule, see the site below 📍 Venue: Isehara City Central Community Center, 2nd floor Recreation Room 🚶 Access: About a 10-minute walk from Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit 💰 Admission: Free 📝 Registration: Not required Organizer: Isehara City Council for the Preservation and Utilization of Local Cultural Properties 📞 Inquiries: Isehara City Board of Education, Education Administration Division (0463-74-5109) Check booth times and other details here 👇 https://www.city.isehara.kanagawa.jp/bunkazai/docs/2025022100031/... #Isehara #Cultural Heritage #Intangible Folk Cultural Properties #Traditional Performing Arts #Traditional Techniques #Hands-on Event #Free Event #Weekend Event #Family-friendly #Spring Event #Ooyama

Ooyama Cable Car Notice: Restroom at Ooyama Cable Station Now Available The restroom at Ooyama Cable Car's Ooyama Cable Station is now available for use. This is the status of Ooyama as of the morning of Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Please note that the public restroom at the summit of Ooyama remains unavailable due to a frozen water supply pipe. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station, North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4 Take the bus bound for Ooyama Cable for about 30 minutes Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes along Koma Sando to the cable car station

Isehara Flower Report 2025.3.17 🌸 Flower Scenes to Enjoy in Isehara 💐 * Maruyama Castle Ruins Park (Shimokasuya 2168-2) On the park's north side, a vivid carpet of rapeseed flowers and delicate Kawazu cherry blossoms 🌸 are in peak bloom together, creating a spectacular sight. At the top of the stairs, the flowerbeds host a colorful mix, including Christmas roses. Below the park, the almond trees' buds are swelling and will bloom soon. * Hinata Yakushi (Hinata 1644) The mitsumata shrubs beside the temple grounds are blooming with charming yellow flowers. * Oyama New Trail The deep pink Okame cherry blossoms 🌸 are now at their best. Look forward to more updates 🎵 #Maruyama Castle Ruins Park #Rapeseed flowers #Kawazu cherry blossoms #Spring flowers #Flowerbeds #Blooming updates #Hinata Yakushi #Mitsumata #Spring news #Yellow flowers #Ooyama #Oyama New Trail #Okame cherry blossoms #Cherry blossom avenue #Spring hiking #Pink flowers #Isehara #isehara #isehara #Isehara Tourism #Spring outings #Cherry blossom viewing

Ooyama Cable Car Notice: Restroom at Ooyama Cable Station Out of Service As of Monday, March 17, 2025, the restroom at Ooyama Cable Station on the Ooyama Cable Car is out of service due to a clogged pipe. For the latest information please visit the Ooyama Kanko Dentetsu Co., Ltd. website. https://www.ooyama-cable.co.jp// Also, the public restrooms at the summit of Ooyama remain unavailable due to frozen water supply pipes. Please use the public restrooms at Afuri Shrine Lower Sanctuary, Ooyama-dera, or the Ooyama Cable bus stop. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation. The Okame cherry trees along the Ooyama Shindo are now in full bloom. Their charming pink blossoms await your visit. Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4 Take the ‘Ooyama Cable’ bus for about 30 minutes Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes along Koma Sando to the cable car station. #Ooyama #Isehara #Sightseeing information #Ooyama Cable Car #Restroom out of service #Outing information #Spring sightseeing #Cherry blossoms #Flower viewing #Hiking #Trekking #Afuri Shrine #Ooyama-dera #Koma Sando #Odakyu Line #Isehara Station

Discover a new way to travel! 🚗💨 Special site now live 🎉 Let’s feast around Tanzawa, Ooyama, and Miyagase! 😋 "#Gourmet Guri" Ken-O Yamanami #Gastronomy Tourism The Ken-O Yamanami area—including Isehara, Atsugi, Hadano, Aikawa, and Kiyokawa✨—is rich in ingredients that have long been loved and that may stir your memories. How about a trip that’s different from the usual? 🍽️ "Gastronomy" means deepening your understanding of the relationship between food and culture 📚 Through this experience, ordinary places might become special to you…💎 Check the special site now! 👉 https://www.atsugi-kankou.jp/site/yamanami-gastronomy/... Atsugi City Tourism Association #Isehara #Atsugi #Hadano #Aikawa #Kiyokawa #Ken-O Yamanami #Tanzawa Ooyama Miyagase #Feast it all #Food travel #Local gourmet #Delicious discoveries #Taste of memories #Tourist information

[Isehara Flower Update] 2025.3.12 * Ooyama Shindo ⛰️ I missed the Ooyama Mountain Running Marathon, but the Okame cherry trees along Ooyama Shindo have started to bloom—about 40% in bloom, I’d say. ⚠️ The Ooyama cable car is suspended from today, Tuesday, March 12, through Thursday, March 14, for wire rope replacement. Please be careful when you go out❗️ * Maruyama Castle Ruins Park (Shimokasuya 2168-2) The plum blossoms in the park have finished, and the Kawazu cherry blossoms are blooming beautifully✨ Only a few almond blossoms are opening at the lower end of the park, but they’re just beginning and will be a delight to watch going forward. #Isehara #Isehara #Flower Update #Ooyama Shindo #Okame cherry #Maruyama Castle Ruins Park #Kawazu cherry #Almond blossoms #Signs of spring #Tourist information

The 40th Ooyama Mountain Climb Marathon 2025 On Sunday, March 9, the Ooyama Mountain Climb Marathon was held! Blessed with clear skies, guest runner and former Olympian Kayoko Fukushi and many other runners dashed from Isehara Station toward Ooyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine⛩️, racing through the streets of Isehara. Regular participants commented, “Those final 1,610 stone steps before the finish were as brutal as ever this year!” 💦 At Isehara Elementary School, local product sales and servings of the famous Ooyama tofu drew crowds, while Ryujin Street at Isehara Station North Exit hosted a lively welcome event cheering on the runners. Meanwhile, the ISEHARA Bread Festival Wheat Fest, held the same day at Isehara City General Sports Park for bread lovers, gathered popular bakeries and was a great success! Look forward to the next event 🍞 ✨Isehara buzzed with excitement across the city that day✨ Isehara Isehara City Event Marathon Sightseeing Mountain Climb

Isehara Flower Report 2025 The Okame cherry trees along the Shindo trail usually reach full bloom around the time of the Ooyama Climb Marathon, but this year flowering seems a little delayed. The buds have swelled considerably, so we’re looking forward to the blossoms. ✨Sunday, March 9th — Ooyama Climb Marathon✨ The Isehara Tourism Association will also have a booth at Isehara Elementary School (11:00–16:00). ＊Offered with the sacred salt from Ooyama Afuri Shrine Sakamoto Poultry’s Sakamoto no Tamago Boiled egg — 100 yen each (tax included) ＊New release: Value pack Large size 250 g (10 servings) Ooyama Natural Hot Spring Komaya no Yu “Isehara Ooyama no Yu” ♨️ 1 bag 1,500 yen (tax included) And more — a bounty of Isehara’s delicious local specialties and famous products. Once sold out, they’re gone—come early! We look forward to seeing you. #Isehara #Isehara #Ooyama Climb Marathon #Okame cherry #cherry blossoms #flower report #Isehara tourism #sightseeing #local specialties #souvenirs #hot springs Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit — on the stairs Station Shop Kururin House (Isehara Station Tourist Information) OPEN 9:00–17:00 (open year-round)

Celebrating the 40th Oyama Mountain Climb Marathon and *Ekimae Chuo Shopping Street* Welcome Event 2025 The Oyama Mountain Climb Marathon finally takes place on Sunday, March 9, 2025! A brutal course awaits: a one-way 9 km route with a 650 m elevation gain and 1,610 stone steps just before the finish line. Starting from Isehara Station North Exit, the course runs past Japan National Route 246 intersection, Shimehiki, Oyama Old Road, Afuri Bridge, Koma approach, Onna-zaka (women's slope), Daisenji Temple, and up to Oyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine ⛩️ *Star Guest Runners* 10:00 start: Men 50s and 60 and over Karen Michibata and Angelica Kayoko Fukushi and Ryoko Ichikawa 10:30 start: Men 40s; Women under 39 and 40 and over Mako Chiba, Zhao Youfeng, and Reiko Tosa 11:00 start: Men 30s and under 29 Yuriko Kobayashi, Mari Ozaki, and Kayoko Obata ※Please note that on the day of the event, Chuodori from Isehara Station North Exit to the Japan National Route 246 Isehara Crossing will be temporarily closed to vehicles except route buses, as traffic restrictions related to the climb will be in effect from 9:50 AM to 12:00 PM. At Isehara Elementary School, where the opening ceremony takes place (11:00 AM–4:00 PM), local specialties from Isehara will be on sale, and 100 blocks of Oyama tofu (enough for 900 servings) will be distributed free of charge, among other attractions! A grand welcome event will be held along Ryujin Street at Isehara Station North Exit✨ ※For details of the Ekimae Chuo Shopping Street welcome event, visit the Isehara City Tourism Association website https://isehara-kanko.com/news/9796/... You can run, of course, but also cheer on the runners and soak up the festival atmosphere at the welcome events and more Come on—let’s all get excited together🎉

Snow conditions on Ooyama ⛄️ The photos show Ooyama around 1:30 PM on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. By 3:00 PM it was completely white and invisible. A snowfall forecast has been issued for the period from Tuesday, March 4 to Wednesday, March 5. When going out, please check the latest weather updates and service information. For cable car operations and details refer to the Ooyama Kanko Dentetsu Co., Ltd. website https://www.ooyama-cable.co.jp/20250304.html...

Notice: Ooyama Cable Car Service Suspension Due to wire rope replacement, the cable car will be suspended for three days from Monday, March 12, 2025 to Friday, March 14, 2025. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Ooyama Kanko Densha Official Website https://www.ooyama-cable.co.jp/unkyu202303-copy.html...

[Oyama-dera Five-Platform Goma 2025] At Oyama-dera, on the grand festival day of February 28, the only Five-Platform Goma ascetic ritual in Japan was performed. The sacred flames rose together on five goma platforms as prayers for the worshippers’ wishes were ritually empowered.✨ The crackling fire, the chanting sutras, and the pounding taiko drums combined into a breathtaking prayer service that left everyone holding their breath in awe…! The solemn flames🔥 and the otherworldly scene woven by sutra recitation and drumbeats felt like a cleansing for the heart! [Notice of Reopening of Mount Oyama Public Toilet on February 28, 2025] The Mount Oyama public toilet, which had been closed due to pipe damage from freezing, has now reopened.

Celebrating the 40th Oyama Mountain Climb Marathon The memorable 40th Oyama Mountain Climb Marathon will take place on Sunday, March 9, 2025! The time limit is 90 minutes for a one-way 9 km course along the Oyama Kaido, climbing 650 meters in elevation and tackling 1,610 stone steps. It’s one of Japan’s most grueling, heart-pounding courses! Starting from the north exit of Isehara Station, the route passes the Route 246 intersection, Shimehiki, the old Oyama road, Afuri Bridge, Koma Sando, Onnazaka (the women’s slope), Oyama-dera temple, and finally Oyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine ⛩️ Guest runners include Karen Michibata and Angelica, along with celebrated former Olympic athletes such as Kayoko Fukushi, Masako Chiba, and Reiko Tosa, among other distinguished participants On the day, festive welcome events will be held at Isehara Elementary School and along Ryujin Street at Isehara Station North Exit ✨ Join everyone and celebrate together♪

Special Exhibition Commemorating the Opening of Oyama-dera Temple: “Pilgrimage to Oyama and the Offering Swords” *The Oyama pilgrimage, a popular practice in the Edo period* ✨Experience Corner✨ Try on the pilgrimage garments, carry an offering sword for a photo, and take home the memory! The weight of the sword is striking and adds to the emotional impact. Up to 6 m in length✨All 15 actual offering swords once dedicated here make an impressive sight! Ukiyo-e prints that offer a glimpse of the Oyama pilgrimage are also on display✨ A must-see! Don’t miss this rare opportunity with your family. ◆Dates: On display through Monday, February 17, 2025 9:30 AM–5:00 PM ◆Venue: Isehara City Central Community Center, 1st Floor Exhibition Hall (1-21-1 Higashi-Otake, Isehara) ◆Access: About a 10-minute walk from Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit [Bus] From Isehara Station North Exit, Kanachu Bus Stop No. 1 Take the “Isehara Shako” bound bus and get off at “Chuo Kominkan-mae” (Central Community Center) ◆Admission: Free ＊＊Contact＊＊ Isehara City Board of Education, Educational Affairs Division, Cultural Properties Section Tel: 0463-74-5109 (direct) ＊＊Organizer＊＊ Isehara City Council for the Preservation and Use of Local Cultural Properties

[Notice of Temporary Closure of Public Restrooms at Mount Oyama Summit and Mount Oyama-dera] 2025.2.14 The public restrooms at Mount Oyama Summit and the restrooms at Mount Oyama-dera are currently unavailable due to frozen water supply pipes. *The restrooms at Ōyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine are currently available.* ✨A special opening of the nationally registered tangible cultural property Mount Oyama-dera Main Hall runs until Tuesday, February 18 (9:30–15:30). Please check the trail map for restroom locations and use facilities before your visit. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation. We will announce when reopening is expected. Access: Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4 Take the bus bound for “Oyama Cable” for about 30 minutes Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes along the Koma approach to the cable car station

National Registered Tangible Cultural Property: Special Opening of the Main Hall of Oyama-dera Special Exhibition ‘‘Oyama Pilgrimage and the Dedicated Sword’’ 2025 Oyama-dera is a component cultural property of the Japan Heritage ‘‘Oyama Pilgrimage,’’ and its main hall ranks among the finest early modern temple and shrine buildings in Isehara. A local guide will explain its cultural value and its place within the Oyama pilgrimage. Why not take advantage of this rare opportunity to visit? ✨Special Opening of the National Registered Tangible Cultural Property ‘‘Oyama-dera Main Hall’’✨ ◆ Dates: February 11 (Tue, public holiday) – February 18 (Tue) 9:30–15:30 *The public display of the principal image during the special opening is only on Tuesday, February 18.* ◆ Venue: Oyama-dera (724 Oyama, Isehara) ◆ Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4 Take the bus bound for ‘‘Oyama Cable’’ for about 30 minutes Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes along Komamiendo Shopping Street Or take the cable car 2 minutes and get off at ‘‘Oyama-dera’’ ◆ Admission: Free (Viewing the principal image: 400 yen) ✨Commemorative Special Exhibition: ‘‘Oyama Pilgrimage and the Dedicated Sword’’✨ Actual dedicated swords and ukiyo-e woodblock prints depicting the Oyama pilgrimage will be on display. ◆ Dates: February 13 (Thu) – February 17 (Mon) 9:30–17:00 ◆ Venue: Isehara City Central Community Center, 1st Floor Exhibition Hall (1-21-1 Higashi-Otake, Isehara) ◆ Access: About a 10-minute walk from Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit [By bus] From Isehara Station North Exit Kanachu Bus Stop No. 1 Take the bus bound for ‘‘Isehara Depot’’ and get off at ‘‘Chuo Kominkan-mae (Central Community Center)’’ ◆ Admission Fee: Free ＊＊Inquiries＊＊ Cultural Properties Section, General Affairs Division, Board of Education, Isehara City Phone: 0463-74-5109 (direct) ＊＊Organizer＊＊ Isehara City Council for the Preservation and Use of Local Cultural Properties #Isehara #Isehara Tourism #Oyama #Oyama-dera #Cultural Property #History #Special Opening #Exhibition

Notice from Ekinaka Kururin House ♪ 2025 At Ekinaka Kururin House, the Kururins welcome everyone in a Valentine’s mood 💖. ✨New product announcements✨ ◍ Hot spring bath additive ♨️ ‘Isehara Ooyama no Yu’ (Oyama natural hot spring Komaya no Yu) - One sachet 300 yen - ◍ Bear-repellent bell A good charm for mountain climbing ⛰️ and hiking! Its gentle sound alerts others to your presence and approach, and it is said to reduce the chance of encountering bears. - One bell 200 yen - ◍ Carabiner for attaching bear-repellent bells and similar items - One carabiner 100 yen - We also recommend the hugely popular Kururin goods that you can only get in Isehara! ♬ We look forward to seeing you♪ 【Open every day, including during the New Year holidays】 On the stairs at the north exit of Odakyu Line Isehara Station Ekinaka Kururin House (Isehara Station Tourist Information) OPEN 9:00–17:00 (open year-round) https://isehara-kanko.com/shop-kururinhouse/... #Present #Kururin #Isehara #Ooyama #Bear-repellent bell

[Please be careful of mountain accidents] As of Monday, February 3, 2025, Mt. Ooyama is hidden in clouds but covered in white. The photo shows the state of Oyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine on February 2. Please take extra care when going out. Also, climbing Mt. Ooyama (especially from the Lower Shrine to the summit) requires proper equipment. Be sure to prepare, such as wearing trekking shoes and bringing trekking poles. In the coming season, Mt. Ooyama can have enough snow that crampons may be required on some days. *The Mount Oyama Summit Public Toilet is currently unavailable due to a frozen water supply pipe. Please start early to allow plenty of time and use nearby toilets such as those at Oyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine before you leave.* ★Essential gear for safe mountain climbing Backpack: a rucksack to carry your gear Hat: to protect your head from sun and cold Rainwear: waterproof clothing; a two-piece set is recommended Sunglasses: to protect your eyes from sun and glare off the snow Sunscreen: to protect your skin from UV rays Change of clothes and warm layers: to change into if you sweat or the temperature drops Gloves and neck warmer: for cold protection Crampons: metal traction devices attached to boot soles to prevent slipping on snow or ice Mountaineering boots or walking shoes (flat-soled sneakers are dangerous because they are slippery) Don’t forget water and food! ★About submitting a climbing notification To enjoy climbing Mt. Ooyama safely, please submit a climbing notification. You can also submit a notification online via the QR code. Scan the QR code with your smartphone or tablet, enter the required information, and submit. Submitting a climbing notification helps prepare for emergencies and enables prompt rescue operations if needed. We appreciate your cooperation. #Isehara #Ooyama #Hiking #Safe climbing #Climbing notification

Setsubun Festival on February 2, 2025 On Sunday, February 2, 2025, the Setsubun Festival was held at Ōyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine, Sannomiya Hibita Shrine (guests: sekitori stablemasters Takadagawa, Ryurai, Shonan no Umi, Teru; rakugo storyteller Sanyūtei Yukichi), and Isehara Daijingu. The morning brought unfortunate rain, and snow fell in the cold at Ōyama Afuri Shrine Lower Shrine, but many worshippers still gathered. At the customary bean-throwing, everyone chanted “Fuku wa uchi, oni wa soto!” to drive away demons and welcome good fortune. There was also a lottery exchangeable for koban coins and other draws, with lovely prizes awarded, making the event very lively!