Long ago, the path to the shrine was a simple mountain trail. It’s said that tengu, the messengers of the gods and Buddhas, met here to discuss creating a proper path. However, a large cedar tree had spread its roots and blocked the way.

The tengu concluded that even with their powers, they could not move the roots and decided to cut the tree down the next day.

That night, the cedar tree, hearing their plan, twisted its roots to create an opening in the path, resembling an octopus.

From that day, the tree became known as "the cedar that opens the path" and is believed to bring good fortune. Nearby stands a stone monument that reads "Good fortune." We ask you to refrain from touching the cedar itself, but you can gently place your hand on the stone octopus. This single tree carries a story that connects the mountain and its visitors.