The elevation of Ryugatoge Pass in Ise City is 333 meters. In the past, it was a mountain pass used for visiting the Ise Grand Shrine from the southern Ise area and for daily life, but in recent years, with the development of roads in the surrounding area, fewer people walked over the pass. Therefore, after discussions between the local community and the city, the city redeveloped the path to make it easier to walk in 19. However, the section from the pass towards the Ise Grand Shrine on the shrine forest side is closed due to significant damage to the mountain path caused by heavy rains, etc. If you want to go to the pass, you have to hike up from Kyushoji Temple in Yamochi Town and then turn back.
(As of September 7, 2026, there are fallen trees on the path on the Yamochi side, making it impossible to climb from either direction.)
The Yamochi district at the foot of the Ryuga Pass is said to be the village where the "Heike no Ochijin" lived in hiding.There is a legend that the Heike clan blocked Genji's pursuit on the road to the pass, and it is said that the "Kakureiwa" on the way was where the Heike ambushed Genji's pursuit.
Please be aware that hunting season runs from November 1st to March 15th (wearing brightly colored clothing is recommended). Leeches are also prevalent during the summer months, so please be careful when going out.
