A Sengen shrine in Kanagawa Prefecture dedicated to Konohanasakuya-hime, the goddess of Mount Fuji and cherry blossoms. Sengen shrines are traditionally associated with the worship of Mount Fuji and serve as spiritual centers for those seeking the mountain's protection and blessings.
- Denomination
- Sengen
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Konohanasakuya-hime
- Kami enshrined
- Konohanasakuya-hime
- Coordinates
- 35.3992934, 139.3929995
Visitor tip
Many Sengen shrines offer special prayers for safe mountain climbing and protection during travel.
Cultural notes
Konohanasakuya-hime is revered as the goddess of Mount Fuji, cherry blossoms, and safe childbirth. She represents the delicate beauty of life and the protective power of Japan's most sacred mountain. Sengen shrines often serve as starting points for Mount Fuji pilgrimages.
Historical note
Sengen shrines have their origins in the ancient worship of Mount Fuji as a sacred mountain. These shrines became particularly important during the Heian period when Mount Fuji worship was systematized, and continued to flourish as centers of pilgrimage and spiritual practice throughout Japanese history.