About Chichibu Fudasho Pilgrimage
Chichibu Fudasho is located in Chichibu City, Yokose Town, Minano Town, and Ogano Town in Saitama Prefecture. The Chichibu fudosho is said to have been founded on March 18, 1234, and the Chichibu fudosho ranking list (Chichibu Fudosho Banzuke) in 1488 actually exists, suggesting that the Chichibu fudosho was established in the late Muromachi period (1333-1573). In the Edo period (1603-1867), the Chichibu Fudasho became a sacred place for pilgrimages by many common people in Edo (Tokyo). Today, the pilgrimage route is about 100 km long, passing through quiet mountain villages and beautiful nature while still retaining the atmosphere of those days.
Introduction to the Chichibu Area
The Chichibu area is located in the western part of Saitama Prefecture and is surrounded by the Chichibu Mountains, offering a rich natural environment.
Approximately 100,000 people live in the area, which consists of Chichibu City and the towns of Yokoze, Minano, Nagatoro, and Ogano. Chichibu is the source of the Arakawa River, which flows through Saitama and Tokyo before emptying into Tokyo Bay.
In addition to the Chichibu Fudasho pilgrimage, the area is home to many important historical and cultural heritage sites, including ruins dating from the Paleolithic Period to the Warring States Period, ancient burial mounds, sites related to the Wado Kaichin coin, the Chichibu Okan route, the Chichibu Incident, and the Chichibu Night Festival (Chichibu Yomatsuri).
The region also features numerous mountain climbing and hiking trails, including Mount Bukō, a symbol of Chichibu. Its beautiful seasonal landscapes attract many visitors from Japan and abroad.
Access to the Chichibu Area
The Chichibuarea region is located approximately 80 km from the metropolitan area.
