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Jul. 27, 2026
[Image1]Visiting Kotohira Town to worship at Kotohiragu Shrine, it is essential to not only challenge the cl
[Image2]Visiting Kotohira Town to worship at Kotohiragu Shrine, it is essential to not only challenge the cl
[Image3]Visiting Kotohira Town to worship at Kotohiragu Shrine, it is essential to not only challenge the cl

Visiting Kotohira Town to worship at Kotohiragu Shrine, it is essential to not only challenge the classic 785 stone steps but also to arrange a leisurely afternoon tea break along the way.

About halfway up, around the 500th step, you will find Kamitsubaki Cafe, hidden within the dense forest. This place is a refined space produced by Shiseido Parlour.

As you step inside, large floor-to-ceiling windows offer a breathtaking view of the lush mountain scenery. Sitting by the window, you can enjoy the vibrant greenery while listening to the gentle breeze and birdsong, instantly escaping the daily hustle and bustle.

The seasonal dessert sundae in the cafe is a colorful and visually stunning creation that is hard to resist. The perfect blend of sweet and sour fruits with rich cream instantly soothes tired legs.

Additionally, you can enjoy Shiseido's famous "Beauty Princess" peach rose jelly drink here.

The pink bottle is quite eye-catching, filled with plenty of Nagano Prefecture peach puree and chunks. Each sip brings a rich peach aroma and elegant rose fragrance, infused with collagen and hyaluronic acid, making it both refreshing and nourishing—a dream product for girls.

Kamitsubaki is not just a perfect resting spot during your pilgrimage, but also a healing space embraced by nature.

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