Located in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, West Great Bamboo Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of Mount Fuji and the surrounding bamboo forests. The shrine's unique architecture reflects its connection to nature, with intricately carved wooden structures and a serene garden. Visitors can experience the tranquility of this sacred space by following the traditional path known as 'Makura no Sato' which leads to a small pond surrounded by bamboo.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Fuji no Kamaitachi
- Kami enshrined
- Fuji no Kamaitachi
- Coordinates
- 35.360675, 139.234296
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's serenity, visit at dawn or dusk when the soft morning or evening light highlights the intricately carved wooden structures.
Cultural notes
This shrine is connected to the Shinto mythology of Mount Fuji as a sacred and powerful presence. Bamboo, which surrounds the shrine, holds spiritual significance in Japanese culture for its strength and flexibility. The shrine also celebrates the annual 'Asadai Matsuri' festival in May, honoring the patron kami.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 1763 during the Edo period, when it was known as Kanagawa-shi Asadai-dera. The name was later changed to its current form in 1974.