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Fuji-san Hongu Sengen Taisha (Fuji Mountain Head Sengen Grand Shrine)
〒418-0067 静岡県富士宮市宮町１−１
This is the head shrine of the Sengen shrines, which enshrine Mount Fuji as a sacred mountain (shintai-san). It is widely known as the center of Fuji worship.
Enshrined deities
Konohanasakuya-hime
History
According to tradition, the shrine was founded in the 3rd year of Emperor Suinin's reign. During the Meiji period, it was called 'Fuji-san Hongu Sengen Shrine,' and in 1982, it adopted its current name, 'Fuji-san Hongu Sengen Taisha.' The main hall (honden), built under the patronage of Tokugawa Ieyasu, features a unique architectural style known as 'Sengen-zukuri' and is designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan.
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What visitors say
The vast precincts offer many sights, including vermilion torii gates, a multi-story gate (ro-mon), and the Important Cultural Property main hall, allowing for a peaceful visit with views of Mount Fuji. At the Yutaki-ike pond, where clear spring water flows, visitors can try water divination. Depending on the season, cherry blossoms can also be enjoyed. The area is suitable for walking tours, with a World Heritage Center located nearby.
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:30 – 16:30
- Tuesday: 8:30 – 16:30
- Wednesday: 8:30 – 16:30
- Thursday: 8:30 – 16:30
- Friday: 8:30 – 16:30
- Saturday: 8:30 – 16:30
- Sunday: 8:30 – 16:30
Annual events & festivals
- January 1 onwardHatsumode (First Shrine Visit of the Year)
The head shrine of all Asama shrines nationwide. Mount Fuji is the sacred object.
The head shrine of approximately 1,300 Asama shrines nationwide. Mount Fuji serves as the sacred object, and the shrine is famous for its clear spring water pool. Many visitors come to worship during the New Year.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Head shrine of Asama shrines
- ・Mount Fuji as the sacred object
- ・Yutaimachi (Spring Water Pool)
- May 4-6Yabusame-sai (Horseback Archery Festival)
A major spring festival featuring yabusame (horseback archery) dedicated in memory of Minamoto no Yoritomo.
From May 4 to 6, this major spring festival holds yabusame rites, traditionally believed to have been dedicated by Minamoto no Yoritomo.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Yabusame rites
- ・Major spring festival
- November 3-5Reisai (Annual Grand Festival)
The most important annual festival at Fuji-san Hongu Asama Grand Shrine.
From November 3 to 5, the shrine holds its most important annual festival of the year.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Most important annual grand festival
Dates can shift from year to year. Please check the official information before you go.
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