Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja Shrine
Yamanashi Prefecture · Japan
The most visited and main Shrine in the northern part of Mt. Fuji protecting its region also known as the first step of the Mt. Fuji ascension. One of the World Heritage of the Fujisan Cultural Site. (20 to 60mn)
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation1:57
Welcome to Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja, one of the most historically significant and atmospheric Shinto shrines in all of Japan. Nestled at the northeastern foot of Mount Fuji in Fujiyoshida, this shrine serves as the…
Listen in the app2Section 1: The Long Approach and Stone Lanterns1:53
The journey into Kitaguchi Hongu begins with a long, straight approach path known as the 'sando.' Flanked by towering Japanese cedars, this path is lined with dozens of moss-covered stone lanterns, many of which were donated by…
Listen in the app3Section 2: The Grand O-Torii and Entrance1:49
At the end of the approach path stands the Grand O-Torii, one of the largest wooden torii gates in Japan. Standing at eighteen meters tall, it is a magnificent structure of vermilion-painted timber. …
Listen in the app4Section 3: The Main Hall (Haiden) and Architecture1:53
The heart of the shrine is the Haiden, or the Main Worship Hall. Rebuilt in sixteen hundred and fifteen by the local lord Torii Naritsugu, it is a stunning example of Momoyama-style architecture, characterized by its bold colors…
Listen in the app5Section 4: The Sacred Cedars—Fuji-taro and Fuji-jiro1:46
Flanking the Main Hall are two of the most spectacular natural features of Kitaguchi Hongu: the 'Fuji-taro' and 'Fuji-jiro' cedar trees. These massive cryptomeria trees are estimated to be over one thousand years old. …
Listen in the app6Section 5: The Historical Climbing Trailhead (Tozanguchi)1:44
Behind the main sanctuary buildings lies a small, inconspicuous gate that is perhaps the most significant spot for mountaineering historians. This is the 'Tozanguchi' or the historical trailhead for the Yoshida Path to the summit…
Listen in the app7Section 6: Purification Rituals at the Temizuya1:42
Before approaching the Main Hall, every visitor must stop at the 'Temizuya,' or the purification fountain. At Kitaguchi Hongu, this ritual is particularly special because the water flowing from the fountain's stone dragon head is…
Listen in the app8Closing1:32
As we prepare to leave the grounds of Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja, take one last look at the massive cedars and the vibrant red halls. You have walked through a landscape that bridges two millennia of history and faith. …
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What is Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja Shrine?
Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja Shrine is a place in Yamanashi Prefecture · Japan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Yamanashi Prefecture · Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 14 min 16 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 35.4711, 138.7927 |
| Last updated |
