Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine

Overview

Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine is a shrine in Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture, one of the Sengen shrines found across Japan. Traditionally founded in 699, it is regarded as the oldest shrine located on Mount Fuji itself.

Highlights

• ●Regarded as the oldest shrine situated on Mount Fuji
• ●Formerly known as Omuro Sengen Myōjin; once ranked as a prefectural shrine and now a special shrine of the Association of Shinto Shrines
• ●Registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of 'Fujisan, sacred place and source of artistic inspiration'
• ●Its shrine buildings are designated an Important Cultural Property of Japan

History

Traditionally founded in 699, the shrine is considered the oldest located on Mount Fuji itself. Formerly called Omuro Sengen Myōjin, it once held the rank of prefectural shrine and is now a special shrine (beppyo jinja) under the Association of Shinto Shrines. It is one of many Sengen shrines found throughout Japan, and its shrine buildings are designated an Important Cultural Property. The shrine is also registered as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site 'Fujisan, sacred place and source of artistic inspiration.'

Map

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Suggested itinerary

1. 1Learn about the shrine's traditional founding in 699
2. 2Visit the shrine buildings designated an Important Cultural Property
3. 3Consider its significance as part of the World Heritage listing
4. 4Reflect on its history as the oldest shrine on Mount Fuji

Did you know?

💡 The shrine grounds cover about 2.6 hectares and the shrine is counted among the many Sengen shrines associated with Mount Fuji worship.

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