Tenkawa Village (Nara) in Japan | 天川村（奈良）全国通訳案内士#JapanTravel #tourguide #Nara #ＤorogawaOnsen

Tenkawa Village (Nara) in Japan | 天川村（奈良）全国通訳案内士#JapanTravel #tourguide #Nara #ＤorogawaOnsen

[Music] welcome to my channel Go to Another World #japan i’m Takishi a naturally licensed tour guide for foreign visitors thank you for joining me on this journey today I’m going to take you all into another world tenkawa village located in Nara Prefecture it’s nestled deep in a remote mountains far from the hustle and bustle of everyday life this area has long been a sacred place for practitioners of Shugendo a unique Japanese tradition of mountainbased spiritual practice jugendo combines elements of Buddhism Shinto and ancient mountain worship its practitioners called Yamabushi seek spiritual power through aesthetic training in the natural world they believe the mountains are not just landscapes but living sacred beings to learn from [Music] let me tell you a little bit more about Tenawa village today we’ll visit Dorogawa on where these monks stayed to rest and purify themselves in the nearby temple a spiritual sanctuary with a long and mysterious history chagendo flourished here during the Nara period more than 1,000 years ago but faded over time now quietly returning like a forgotten story rediscovered in the forest as evening falls countress paper lanterns light up the narrow street casting a magical glow that pe straight out of like a jibly studio field so take a moment to breathe deeply and let’s walk together into a world where nature spirit and time gently intertwine so without further ado let’s go to another world tenawa village [Music] as dawn gently breaks over Durogawa on the quiet street slowly awaken from their slumber mist rises softly from the mountain streams wrapping the village in a delicate veil of serenity early morning is when the essence of Dorogawa truly reveals itself the peaceful blend of nature’s calm and centuries old tradition this secluded hotring town has welcomed Shugendo monks for centuries those mountain aesthetics who sought purification and spiritual strength here i wonder what kind of feeling it is to purify the body before entering the mountains for such tough training if you listen closely you might hear the faint sound of flowing spring water a precious resource honored for its purity and selected as one of Japan’s top 100 waters because the water is so clean the tof here tastes especially delicious here in this stillness the gentle rhythm of life pauses quickly inviting you to slow down and breathe deeply just a short walk from Dorogawa lies temple one of Sugarendo’s sacred sites [Music] with roots tracking back to the Nara period over a thousand years ago this temple has been a spiritual center for mountain worshippers venge is more than a historic relic it’s a living place of faith the sacred atmosphere here gently soothes the hearts of all who visit what’s fascinating is that Rusen once vanished from history lost to war and societal upheaval here at Lucen Temple practitioners still take part in water purification rituals known as su they pour cold mountain water over themselves to purify both body and spirit not just as a tradition but as a way to face nature and themselves with humility the water remains icy cold throughout the year and some even perform this ritual in the depths of winter [Music] there is a kind of silence within the hardship a spiritual stillness that continues to protect the sacredness of this place now let’s take a short walk through the enchanting night streets of Dorogawa a place that’s been gaining a lot of attention lately until next time see you on the next journey heat heat [Music] heat heat [Music] [Music] heat [Music] [Music] heat heat [Music] [Music] heat [Music] that sugar sweet you got what I need sipping on the potion all that good emotion just my keep it on me justify the motion loving this devotion give it up give it up give it a sweet emotion cuz every time every night you and I on a roll switch it up switch it up switch it up where I’m going stay on the fly just in time for the right way to go i’m on the road it’s my time taking control of my life i want to run the red lights i’ve got to run this show you always take me so high you always make the highlights i love the way we drive up you’re like a cell phone [Music] you got what I need all that good motion just like keep it [Music] motion [Music] [Music] much sorrow comes from women who know not honor welcome back how did you like Tinka Village
kind of mystical wasn’t it tackled deep in the remote mountains it’s a place where silence nature and the spirituality still living harmony there’s something timeless about it
a glimpse of Japan’s original spirit hidden behind the mist and the lanterns by car it’s convenient to reach from Osaka but if you use public transportation you’ll need to transfer between trains and buses which takes about a little bit more than 2 hours
however the journey is definitely worth it especially because you get to enjoy beautiful natural scenery along the way on this channel I regularly take you to another world mainly western Japan i hope my videos help you discover something new or inspire you in some way [Music] i also have an Instagram account go to another world in Japan for my daily vlog i often post very short videos regarding beautiful scenery and addition be sure to check it out [Music] if you find this video informative don’t forget to like and subscribe i hope you have a wonderful trip to Japan people are a little bit shy but warm and friendly and the food is fabulous i look forward to traveling with you in real life some days [Music] finally I’m going to mention a little bit about the upcoming video next time I’m going to take you to another world Takashima city in Shiga Prefecture it’s an outdoor destination surrounded by beautiful lake via featuring natural attractions like the Metasoya aligned avenue and Hakodatyama mountain to explore so come along with me on this next adventure from the land of the rising sun all right thank you so much for watching today and for over 20 episodes thank you for traveling with me i’ll see you all again soon bye for now [Music] i know you’re the moon [Music] another [Music] mech [Music] could go to [Music] [Music] We don’t know you [Music] know [Music] [Music] Heat heat [Music]

Discover the Hidden Spiritual Beauty of Tenkawa Village, Nara – Japan’s Enchanted Mountain Retreat

Join us on a journey deep into the sacred heart of Japan as we explore Tenkawa Village, a mystical mountain town known for its connection to Shugendō (Japanese mountain asceticism). Guided by a professional travel expert, this video unveils the spiritual and cultural treasures of western Japan.

🏞 Highlights of this episode:

Stay in a Shugendō-style pilgrim inn at Dorogawa Onsen

Witness a sacred purification ritual at Ryusenji Temple, the gateway to mountain training

Experience an enchanting forest of countless lanterns, like something from a Studio Ghibli film

Take a stroll through the dreamlike scenery of Dorogawa at night, glowing in soft lantern light

🎧 Enjoy this immersive journey with carefully selected background music, and discover bits of cultural insights and local trivia along the way.

📌 Whether you’re a spiritual seeker, culture lover, or hidden gem explorer, this video brings you closer to Japan’s untouched traditions.

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