Suwa: A Journey Around Suwa Grand Shrine and Lake Suwa's Spectacular Views
A scenic drive course that visits both the Upper Shrine Honmiya and Lower Shrine Akimiya of Suwa Grand Shrine while leisurely driving around Lake Suwa. Along the way, you'll encounter spots that touch your hearts, such as Takashima Castle standing gracefully on the lakeshore and the Kitazawa Art Museum, where Art Nouveau glasswork gleams. The highlight is the grand panorama of Lake Suwa viewed from high ground at Tateishi Park. Enjoy a refined, sophisticated day watched over by the gods and the lake.
Schedule
Walk through the solemn grounds where the Onbashira pillars stand and offer prayers together for a safe journey
Overlook the town of Suwa and Lake Suwa from the keep of the "Floating Castle of Suwa"
Be enchanted by Art Nouveau glasswork including Gallé lamps
Savor the grand panorama of Lake Suwa and the townscape from the observation park on high ground
Pay respects at the sacred kagura hall with its magnificent great sacred rope and complete your visit to both shrines
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