The sacred mountains of Dewa Sanzan have been spotlighted in The Independent (UK) as a meaningful alternative to Japan’s mainstream tourist spots. In an article published on March 19, 2025, travel writer Rob Goss recommends the Dewa Sanzan for travelers seeking deeper cultural immersion and spiritual connection, in contrast to more well-known destinations like Kyoto or Koyasan.

The journalist mentions his personal Yamabushi training experience in 2019. You too can try joining the Yamabushi for a spiritual experience or a fully-immersive training with one of our travel agencies.

Read the full article here:

https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/asia/japan/japan-destination-swaps-b2717375.html

Take part in Yamabushi trainings or experience with our local travel agencies:

-Yamabushido, full-inclusive Yamabushi training: https://www.yamabushido.jp/

-Shoko Travel, short introduction to the Yamabushi culture through experiences: https://en.shoko-travel.jp/

-Tsuruoka Join, tailored experiences and tours with Yamabushi experiences: https://tsuruokajoin.com/

-The Northern Heart of Japan, luxury tours with Yamabushi encounters : https://northernheartjapan.com/