
Togakushi Shrine - Okusha
Togakushi Shrine Okusha lies deep in Nagano’s mountain forest, reached by a long approach that passes through an avenue of old cedar trees before climbing toward the inner sanctuary.
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Togakushi Shrine Okusha lies deep in Nagano’s mountain forest, reached by a long approach that passes through an avenue of old cedar trees before climbing toward the inner sanctuary.

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