Inage Sengen Shrine
稲毛浅間神社
Chiba · Chiba
Sengen (Asama) Safe Childbirth
Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine
冨士御室浅間神社
/ Fuji Omuro Sengen Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
See details
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Overview
Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine (冨士御室浅間神社), traditionally founded in 699 CE, is recorded as the oldest shrine on Mount Fuji and consists of two sites: the okumiya (inner shrine) at the second station of the Yoshida climbing route, and the satomiya (lower shrine) on the shore of Lake Kawaguchi. The satomiya's main hall, built in 1612, is designated a National Important Cultural Property. The shrine is one of the component sites of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Fujisan — Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration," inscribed in 2013.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
699
Traditional founding 699 CE; oldest shrine on Mt. Fuji; satomiya established 958 CE; UNESCO World Heritage component (2013).
📄
Documented
958 699
Traditional founding on Mount Fuji's second station.
958
Emperor Murakami establishes the satomiya (lower shrine) on the shores of Lake Kawaguchi for pilgrims unable to ascend the mountain.
1612
Current satomiya main hall constructed; later designated a National Important Cultural Property.
2013
Included as a component of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Fujisan — Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration."
Enshrined Deities
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primary Deity
Goddess of cherry blossoms, Mount Fuji, volcanoes, and delicate earthly life
Blessings
Shrine Network
Sengen (Asama) Branch
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
35.4899, 138.7407
Physical Address
3951 Katsuyama, Fujikawaguchiko-machi, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi
山梨県南都留郡富士河口湖町勝山3951
Historical Province
Kai
Access
Kawaguchiko Station (Fujikyu Line)
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine?
Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine (冨士御室浅間神社), traditionally founded in 699 CE, is recorded as the oldest shrine on Mount Fuji and consists of two sites: the okumiya (inner shrine) at the second station of the Yoshida climbing route, and the satomiya (lower shrine) on the shore of Lake Kawaguchi. The satomiya's main hall, built in 1612, is designated a National Important Cultural Property. The shrine is one of the component sites of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Fujisan — Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration," inscribed in 2013.
Where is Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine located?
Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine is located in Minamitsuru-gun, Fujikawaguchiko-machi, Yamanashi. The full address is: 3951 Katsuyama, Fujikawaguchiko-machi, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi.