Asama Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Konohanasakuya-hime, the goddess of Mount Fuji and volcanic mountains. Part of the nationwide network of Asama shrines, it serves the local community in Gifu Prefecture with prayers for protection from volcanic activity, safe childbirth, and fire prevention.
- Denomination
- Asama
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Konohanasakuya-hime
- Kami enshrined
- Konohanasakuya-hime
- Coordinates
- 35.3013785, 137.2878745
Visitor tip
Visit during cherry blossom season when the connection to Konohanasakuya-hime, whose name means 'princess who makes the flowers of trees bloom,' is most symbolically evident.
Cultural notes
Konohanasakuya-hime is revered as a symbol of the ephemeral beauty of life, representing both the delicate nature of cherry blossoms and the powerful forces of volcanic mountains. She is particularly venerated by women seeking safe childbirth and protection during pregnancy.
Historical note
Asama shrines were established throughout Japan to worship Konohanasakuya-hime and seek protection from volcanic disasters. While Mount Fuji is the primary seat of Asama worship, regional shrines like this one in Gifu were built to extend the protective influence of the mountain goddess to local communities.