About
Sengen Shrine, also known as Fujisan Hongū Sengen Taisha, is an ancient Shinto shrine at the base of Mount Fuji in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka Prefecture. It is the head shrine of more than 1,300 Sengen shrines across Japan, and it is dedicated to the deity of the mountain.
What to expect
The shrine was founded in 806 AD, so a visit here is as much about history as it is about the mountain looming above it. Its setting at the foot of Mount Fuji gives the grounds a distinct character, and many visitors come to pause, look up at the peak and take in the shrine's connection to the landscape it honours.
Plan your visit
- Location: 1-1 Miyacho, Fujinomiya, Shizuoka 418-0067, Japan
- Contact: +81-544-27-2002
- Best suited to: visitors interested in Shinto traditions, Japanese religious sites and the cultural meaning of Mount Fuji
The area around it
Fujinomiya sits in the Shizuoka countryside, and the shrine's location makes it a natural stop for anyone exploring the Mount Fuji region. Travellers often combine a visit here with other sights in the area, allowing time to see the shrine and enjoy the views of the mountain that give it its meaning.
