Nemichi Shrine — Attraction in Seki

I am not much of a shrine person. What attracted me to the place is the pond which is located at the base of the shrine. Here is a crystal clear pond where koi fishes swim gracefully among water crest plant. Apparently, the water in the pond is spring water from the mountain. The pond from different angle and reflection of the sun looks like paint from Monet, hence some called it the Monet Pond. Most visitors are local and hardly any foreigner. Worth a visit if you long for some respite from the city. In addition a short drive down south brings you to a restaurant that serve sweet river fish which you...

ハイクラスの入口『根道神社』

高賀山は、古くから山岳信仰の山として 知られています。 平安時代には、高賀六社が山麓に建てられ、 鎌倉時代には仏教の道場として繁栄しました。 一画は古くから山岳霊場として開かれており、 高賀山はその主峰であり、霊峰として名高い山です。

古より、この霊峰を目指しこの山に登ろうとする 者たちがいました。 この山岳修行者のことを 「修行して迷妄を払い験徳を得る 修行して...

Primarily wanted to visit this pond named “Monets Pond”. The pond itself is small and was very reflective in the sun - it would probably be better if no sun was out. The shrine is also very small with no goshuin stamp. The parking is free across the street and a short walk to the pond and shrine. Overall, it’s a little overrated and I was not impressed...