Ryuuou Jinja

Ryuuou Jinja is a shrine dedicated to the deity of water, situated in a place where one gazes upon Mount Fuji. The Dragon King, who governs rain, has long been venerated as the guardian deity of agriculture and fishery. Prayers of gratitude for the blessings of pure water have been offered in this sacred land at the foot of Fuji. The shrine has a history of being cherished during droughts as the deity of rain prayers, and as the protector of people from water disasters. It continues to gather deep faith as an important guardian deity supporting the lives of the local people.