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Kotohira Konpira-san

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Kotohira Konpira-san

琴平こんぴらさん

Kagawa · Shikoku

Kotohira Konpira-san is a revered maritime shrine located on the slopes of Mount Zozu. Visitors must ascend 1368 stone steps to reach the inner shrine, which offers stunning views and a sense of spiritual connection to the sea.

Why we picked it

Many mainstream travelers overlook this shrine due to its remote location and the physical challenge of the climb.

Best season
Spring · Autumn
Spring and autumn for pleasant weather
Crowd level
Popular
Rating
4.5· 12,793 reviews
Opening hours
Daily 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Shrine precinct and the 785-step climb are free (6:00-18:00). Paid interiors: Omote Shoin ¥800 adults / ¥400 high-school & university students / free junior-high and under; a 3-building combined ticket (Shoin, Treasure House, Takahashi Yuichi Hall) is ¥1,500.
Website
konpira.or.jp

Today

6:00–18:00

Admission

  • Shrine precinct and the 785-step climb are free (6:00-18:00). Paid interiors: Omote Shoin ¥800 adults / ¥400 high-school & university students / free junior-high and under; a 3-building combined ticket (Shoin, Treasure House, Takahashi Yuichi Hall) is ¥1,500.

Stored weekly hours

Daily 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

How to get there

From Takamatsu Station · ~57 min by car

Tags

shrinehikingspiritual

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