ARAKURA FUJI SENGEN SHRINE

The Fuji Sengen Shrine is a Shinto shrine that was constructed in 705 and is a prominent spot in the Arakurayama Sengen Park. Ever since then, the shrine has been visited by a lot of powerful leaders due to its historical significance. 

In fact, even when Mount Fuji erupted in the 800s, the Japanese emperor sent an envoy to pray here. History also says that upon arrival, a ritual was performed to prevent the eruption of Mount Fuji. This shrine is frequented by locals as it is believed that the shrine here grants wishes related to childbirth. Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine, a picturesque site with stunning views of Mount Fuji, is a highlight of many Japan packages.

Apart from the shrine, the park is also frequented by locals and tourists who want to see the best of cherry blossoms in the park. This shrine is also famously known for the best views of Mount Fuji. You will have to climb to a viewing point, but the journey to the top is worth it. 

Highlights

• Pray in the Fuji Sengen Shrine and experience tranquillity by meditating in its premises. 
• Take a guided tour of the shrine to gain insights about its history and architecture. 
• Trek to the top of the nearby viewpoint to get a glimpse of Mount Fuji in all its glory. 
• Admire the fully bloomed cherry blossoms in the park during the peak season from March to May.
• Click pictures of the cherry blossoms and carry them home as one of the most sought after souvenirs.

How To Reach

1. By Car: The Arakurayama Sengen Park is 3.2 km from the city centre, it will take 11 min via Chuo Dori road.

2. By Train/ metro: Take a train to Furrato station which is 550 metres away from the Ryogoku Kokugikan. You can reach the activity location from the train station with a 8-minute walk

Best Time To Visit

Fuji Sengen Shrine is open throughout the year, so you can plan your visit to this place at any time of the year. 

1) The best season to visit Fuji Sengen Shrine will be the summer season from March to June because this is the time when the climate is pleasant. 

2) The best day in the week will be the weekdays due to less crowds regardless of any time of the year.

3) The best time of the day to visit Fuji Sengen Shrine will be morning due to less crowds and a favourable temperature. 

Other Essential Information

Visitor Tips

1. The park can get very crowded during the peak of the cherry blossom season, so plan your travel accordingly. 

2. If you are planning to see the cherry blossoms, be ready to click a lot of pictures and capture them at their best. 

3. When visiting the shrine in the park, make sure you are dressed modestly by covering shoulders and knees. 

4. Maintain silence at the shrine and do not disturb the sanctity of the park and its atmosphere. 

5. You will have to climb up to 400 steps to get to the top of the pagoda for the views, but it is absolutely worth it.