03/09/2026
One Direct Train Ride from Nagoya! A Charming Local Shrine in Hida Takayama ⛩️
Have you heard of Sarubobo Shrine, a special place dedicated to one of Hida’s most beloved local symbols, the adorable “Sarubobo”? 🐒❤️
The shrine is believed to bring blessings for good relationships and safe childbirth. With its cute ema prayer plaques and omamori charms, it’s also a lovely spot to visit while exploring Takayama.
The shrine enshrines a spirit transferred from Hida Toshogu Shrine and offers unique goshuin stamps and a variety of Sarubobo souvenirs that can only be found here.
During your visit, be sure to stop by Sarubobo Shrine and experience a little piece of Hida’s local culture. 🌼
The shrine also holds its annual festival, where old Sarubobo dolls and those that have fulfilled their purpose are respectfully collected.
⛩️ Sarubobo Shrine Annual Festival
📅 September 6, 2026 (Sun.) from 11:00 AM
Why not experience this unique Hida tradition of saying “thank you” to a Sarubobo that has carried your wishes and hopes? 🐒❤️
🎡 Lucky Draw During Silver Week!
📅 September 19 (Sat.) 12:00 PM – September 23 (Wed.) 5:00 PM
🛍️ One entry for every ¥3,000 spent at Hida Bussankan
Enjoy some souvenir shopping and try your luck at the same time! ✨
⛩️ Sarubobo Shrine
📍 2-180 Nishinoisshiki-machi, Takayama, Gifu, Japan
⏰ 8:00 AM–11:00 PM
👣 Approx. 8-minute walk from JR Takayama Station
🅿️ Parking available
🐒❤️ Come and meet the adorable Sarubobo in Hida Takayama!
💡 What is a Sarubobo?
“ Sarubobo” is a traditional doll from Hida whose name means “baby monkey” in the local dialect.
Traditionally cherished as a charm for safe childbirth and fertility, Sarubobo dolls have become one of the most recognizable traditional crafts and souvenirs of Hida Takayama.