Arakura Fuji Sengen Jinja
📍 Yamanashi, Arakura 3353-1 · Fujiyoshida
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
Pre-written
Available
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
Arakura Fuji Sengen Jinja is famous for its spectacular scenery with Mount Fuji as backdrop. It enshrines Konohanasakuya-hime no Mikoto and has long served as a center of Mount Fuji worship. The view from the five-tiered pagoda "Churei Tower" is particularly beloved worldwide as a landscape symbolizing Japanese beauty woven by Mount Fuji and cherry blossoms. During spring's cherry blossom season, it presents a scene as if painted from a picture, captivating many hearts. It is a special sacred place enveloped by the spiritual power of Mount Fuji and beautiful scenery.
Benefits
Safe childbirthChild blessingRomantic connectionFamily safetyProtection from fireAdvancement in artsGood fortune