Asama Shrine is dedicated to Konohanasakuya-hime, the Shinto goddess of Mount Fuji and volcanoes. As part of the extensive network of Asama shrines throughout Japan, this shrine serves as a place of worship for the divine spirit of Mount Fuji and offers protection from volcanic activity and fire-related disasters.
- Denomination
- Asama
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Konohanasakuya-hime
- Kami enshrined
- Konohanasakuya-hime
- Coordinates
- 35.3452097, 139.6201156
Visitor tip
Visit during clear weather for potential views of Mount Fuji, which holds special significance for this type of shrine.
Cultural notes
Konohanasakuya-hime is revered as a symbol of the ephemeral beauty of life, represented by the brief blooming of cherry blossoms, and serves as the protective deity of Mount Fuji in Shinto mythology.
Historical note
Asama shrines were established to appease the volcanic spirit of Mount Fuji and seek protection from eruptions. The worship of Konohanasakuya-hime at Mount Fuji dates back to ancient times, with many Asama shrines founded during periods of volcanic activity to calm the mountain's spirit.