Kitaguchi Hongū Fuji Sengen Shrine
Kitaguchi Hongū Fuji Sengen Shrine, Asama shrine in Fujiyoshida, Japan
The shrine complex spans 99,000 square meters within a dense forest, featuring a 300-meter path lined with stone lanterns and ancient cedar trees.
Established in 100 CE, the shrine was built to honor Yamato Takeru's visit, with additional deities enshrined in 788 to prevent Mount Fuji eruptions.
The shrine serves as the traditional starting point of the Yoshida Trail to Mount Fuji, with pilgrims passing through a climbing gate behind the main hall.
Eleven structures within the complex, including the Main Shrine and East and West Shrine halls, hold the designation of National Important Cultural Properties.
The shrine contains four ancient trees with 23-meter girths, including the Fuji Married Couple Hinoki cypress trees that merge naturally at their base.
Location: Fujiyoshida
Inception: 788
Fee: No
Part of: Fujisan, sacred place and source of artistic inspiration
Opening Hours: 24/7
Website: https://sengenjinja.jp/english
GPS coordinates: 35.47076,138.79241
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:03
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