“Does it feel like ancient energy emanates from this stone?” Have you heard of the Atago Gongen? It’s actually a fascinating fusion of mountain worship from Mount Atago and esoteric Shugendo practices, creating a unique spiritual symbol. Before the separation of Shinto and Buddhism, the Atago Gongen was enshrined in the Atago Jinja for centuries, revered all over Japan. This devotion arose from the rigorous practice of Atago Shugendo, stemming from the remarkable feat of the founders, En no Ozunu and his disciple, Gyoki, who established a shrine atop Mount Atago. Those who embarked on the grueling Atago pilgrimage, pushing their physical and spiritual limits, were bestowed with the revered title of “Atago saints”. They embraced purification rituals in the pristine waters of the Kiyo River, earning them the additional moniker, “Kiyo River saints”. The captivating allure of Atago Shugendo, particularly in the Edo period, saw Atago shrines sprouting like bamboo shoots after a spring rain, spreading the reverence for Atago Gongen across Japan.
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