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Shinshiro-City Mt. Horaiji and Horaiji Temple
The Mystical Mountain of Horaiji Temple
There is something truly mystical about the atmosphere around the holy mountain of Horaiji. The whole mountain is tranquil, with unspoiled ancient nature, it reeks of spiritualism and history, and of long forgotten ways. Mt. Horaiji and its temple are considered power spots, -places of great spiritual and natural powers. Located 695m above sea level on the remnants of a 15 million year-old volcano, the area is designated as a National Natural Monument and a special scenic spot.