森浅間神社, Shinto shrine in Japan
Mori Sengen Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Isogo-ku on a hillside surrounded by dense woodland. The grounds feature a long stairway leading to the main hall, several subsidiary shrines throughout the property, and the shrine grove is designated as a natural monument.
The shrine dates to the Kamakura period and was connected to Mount Fuji worship traditions. Over the centuries it served as a place of religious practice and was preserved and rebuilt at various points in history.
The shrine is dedicated to the mountain deity Sengen and maintains connections to mountain worship traditions. Visitors can observe how the local community uses the space during festivals and ceremonies today.
The shrine is roughly a 20-minute walk from the nearest train station and is easily accessible by public transportation. The stairs on the grounds are steep and long, so visitors should wear comfortable shoes and allow plenty of time for the climb.
The shrine historically served as a starting point for mountain climbing routes that pilgrims used to ascend sacred peaks. Today the stairs and hillside location recall this old pilgrimage tradition, even though these routes are no longer actively used.
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