What is Takigyo? A Guide to Recommended Waterfall Spots Around Tokyo
recently secretly boom Waterfall featured. Takigyo is "I want to face myself" "I want to retrain my mind and body" It's popular for various reasons. There are probably many people who have "seen" how athletes and celebrities experience Takigyo. in the article The history and effects of Takigyo And so on. Together Recommended waterfall experience spots around Tokyo I'd like to introduce!
table of contents
- 1 What is Takigyo?
- 2 Recommended spots where you can practice waterfalls: Mt. Takao, Tokyo
- 3 Recommended spots where you can practice waterfall: Hinohara Village, Tokyo/Ryujin Falls
- 4 Recommended spots where you can go to waterfall: Minamiashigara, Kanagawa / Yuhi no Taki
- 5 Let's refresh with a waterfall experience!
- 6 Editorial department recommended feature articles
What is Takigyo?
There are various theories, but Takigyo means the purification and training of bathing in water to purify one's sins and impurities. there is. Takigyo is Mizugyo, Mizugori Also called.
Although it may vary depending on the organizer, Mainly wearing a robe (white robe) etc. do.
The etiquette of takigyo varies depending on the organizer, but if you want to experience it, Simplified for beginners No need to worry about whether you can remember . Instructors will support the manners For, Okay even for beginners you know.
History of Takigyo
Since ancient times in Japan Shinto in The act of washing and purifying sins and impurities with water had.
After the Heian period, before Buddha It was also syncretized with kori, the practice of bathing in a river to purify oneself, and developed into practices such as mizuikiri, waterfall practice, and water practice. . From the late Heian period to the Sengoku period, Shugendo spread throughout Japan. spread.
In recent years, rather than training, one experience More and more people are willing to participate.
What is the effect of waterfall?
Waterfall line Misogi If you do it as “Reborn as a new self by removing impurities from the mind and body” “Returning to the original self (returning to the origin)” It is said that there are many people who participate with the aim of
training When performing the Takigyo as "Gain the power to change yourself", "Get fired up", "Your wish will come true" Such. Face yourself, seek refreshment, etc. Some people perform waterfall training.
By completing the Takigyo, I feel stronger mentally "" Feel a sense of accomplishment and gain confidence There are also testimonials and word-of-mouth.
What kind of effect you want from the waterfall experience is up to you. Don't expect too much effect from Takigyo, " Try new experiences It is recommended to participate with the feeling of is.
Can women participate in Takigyo?
Of course, Takigyo Women can also participate . Nowadays The number of women who participate in Takigyo is increasing .
inside woman participating alone , Repeater who experiences every year and. There is also a waterfall experience accompanied by a female instructor. So you can feel free to participate.
The clothes of the women who perform the waterfall experience vary considerably depending on the plan. Because the white robe becomes transparent when it gets wet, Undergarments, swimsuits, rash guards, tights, spats, etc. are worn under the waterfall experience There is also
There are no hard and fast rules about dress, There are many waterfall experiences that can be consulted . If you have any questions or concerns, Ask the host before joining Let's try.
Recommended spots where you can practice waterfalls: Mt. Takao, Tokyo
Tokyo ・ Hachioji It is in Mount Takao . Excellent access, less than 1 hour by train from the city center It is a popular tourist spot in
Because of the altitude of 599m and low mountain, anyone can feel free to climbing and trekking You can enjoy
Its history is old, in 744 (Tenpyo 16) of the Nara period, Gyoki, a monk, founded Takaosan Yakuo-in Temple. Did. After that, Mount Takao fell into disrepair, but it is said that it was restored after 600 years by Shungen Daitoku, a high-ranking man from Kyoto.
from ancient times Takao, a place of mountain worship . Sanctuary where Shugenja (Yamabushi) train has been known as
In 2007 (Heisei 19) In the French guidebook "Michelin Guide" Acquired the highest rating of three stars . Since then, the number of tourists has continued to increase, and now 3 million people per year will visit
At Activity Japan, Reservations available for the popular sightseeing spot Mt. Takao Waterfall Experience . Takigyo wears a white robe do.
After challenging waterfall trekking and hiking , hot spring It is also recommended to stop by!
Recommended spots where you can practice waterfall: Hinohara Village, Tokyo/Ryujin Falls
Ryujin Waterfall Tokyo ・A waterfall in Hinohara Village. Drop is 18m About.
In 1545 (Tenbun 14) during the Sengoku period, From Togakushi Village, Nagano Kuzuryu Shrine was spun off and founded it was done. Since then, the number of worshipers who purify themselves by being hit by the waterfall has increased, It came to be called "Ryujin Waterfall" It is said that.
Ryujin no Taki is the organizer of the Takigyo. Meeting to enjoy waterfall and nature ”. Shingon sect chief priest will guide you through the waterfall, Anyone can participate regardless of religion . Many Christians and other denominations are also participating. Feel free to participate in the experience regardless of your faith I can do it.
Fundoshi and headband for men (You can also wear a swimsuit if you wish). For women, wear a white robe and headband, a swimsuit, a black T-shirt, and spats underneath so that it is not see-through. to wear
Ryujin no Taki is known as one of the best Takigyo training halls in the Kanto region. , Many people visit from the Sengoku period to the present. A popular spot that is interviewed by TV and magazines once a month Why don't you try the Takigyo?
Recommended spots where you can go to waterfall: Minamiashigara, Kanagawa / Yuhi no Taki
Kanagawa ・ Minamiashigara It is in" sunset waterfall ” is a waterfall on the Uchikawa, a tributary of the Sakawa River. 23m drop, 5m width . Because the water volume of the waterfall is abundant throughout the year, it is perfect for a waterfall experience is.
Fresh green in spring, red leaves in autumn is a beautiful and popular tourist spot that many tourists visit. The water source is Mt. Kintoki The legend that Kintaro bathed in the bathing water at "Sunset Waterfall" and.
" I want you to feel the power of nature that the waterfall has ”, and the organizer of the waterfall experience “ Ashigara Shugendo Meeting ”. For the waterfall experience Traditions of Tendai sect, Shugendo and Shinto is incorporated, but Rest assured that we do not promote religion to participate.
Karate uniform for Takigyo will be done. Women wear swimsuits, underwear, rash guards, and tights under their karate uniforms. So you don't have to worry about it being see-through.
At the Ashigara Shugendo Meeting It is also characterized by having a female instructor is. Women can feel free to participate and popular.
"Sunset Waterfall" It is close to the city center and is often used as a filming location for TV. It has been.
Let's refresh with a waterfall experience!
recently, It is gaining popularity because anyone can easily participate. Waterfall experience . There are quite a few female repeaters who say, "I participate in the Takigyo every year."
Takigyo is You can also experience it in the suburbs of Tokyo So it is also recommended to participate in the weekend refreshment!
*Information such as plans, fees, and introduced facilities is current as of September 2022.
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