Shinkura Fuji Asama Shrine

Shinkura Fuji Asama Shrine in Fujiyoshida City is a spectacular spot where you can see both Mt. Fuji and a five-story pagoda. The beautiful scenery visible from the red torii gate and the cherry blossom viewing spots within the shrine grounds are also popular. In particular, during spring, you can enjoy taking photos with the fully bloomed cherry blossoms and the Chureito Pagoda in the background. Moreover, from the observation deck at the top of the "Sakuya-hime Stairs," you can enjoy an even more magnificent view. Why not experience the essence of Japan in this historically rich location?

Shinkura Fuji Asama Shrine is a stunning tourist spot where you are greeted by a beautiful autumn foliage tunnel and a vermilion-painted torii gate. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom in full force, while in autumn, the foliage colors the approach to the shrine. The view of Mt. Fuji from the five-story pagoda is also breathtaking, and the sight that unfolds after climbing the 398 steps is sure to move visitors. This place is believed to be a god of family harmony, safe childbirth, and child-rearing, so why not experience "THE NIPPON" here?

Shinkura Fuji Asama Shrine is a popular spot for its beautiful Goshuin (temple seal). It's loved by many visitors for its various benefits, including traffic safety and business prosperity. Especially, the Goshuin available only in December is beautiful and offers benefits such as disaster prevention, harmonious family relationships, safe childbirth, and child-rearing. The precincts also include Aranohama Shrine, Shiohama Shrine, and Atago Shrine's branch shrine. Taking photos with the background of Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms seen from the five-story pagoda is also recommended. Please come and visit!

Shinkura Fuji Asama Shrine is attractive for its historical buildings such as parenting trees and loyalty towers. In particular, parenting trees are loved by many people as they are said to bring blessings for fertility and child-rearing. Loyalty towers were built to console those who died in wars, and their very existence evokes a deep sense of history. Don't miss the view of Mt. Fuji and the five-story pagoda together with cherry blossoms in spring. Experience traditional Japanese culture in this area!

At the Yabusame Festival of Shinkura Fuji Asama Shrine, there is a "horse hoof fortune-telling" where the hooves of the horses are read. This rare ritual has been designated as an intangible folk cultural asset of Yamanashi Prefecture and is loved by local people. Trying to predict your fortune from the footprints of the running horses will be an unforgettable experience and memory. In addition, the precincts with the five-story pagoda and Mt. Fuji in the background are also a scenic spot. Please come and visit!