Imperial Pledge Mountain Shrine, dedicated to the Shinto goddess of fertility and prosperity, is located in Fuji city, Shizuoka Prefecture. Built during the Edo period, the shrine complex features a striking design with unique wooden structures and vibrant vermilion accents. The Imperial Pledge Mountain Shrine serves as a sacred site for locals seeking good fortune and prosperity.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Mikage-no-Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Fujisan, Mikage-no-Kami
- Coordinates
- 34.7078517, 138.1804151
Visitor tip
To fully experience the shrine's beauty, visit at dawn or dusk to witness the vermilion torii gate aglow with golden light.
Cultural notes
This shrine is associated with the legend of Fujisan, the mythical mountain goddess, and is said to be a place where devotees can purify themselves before embarking on important life journeys.
Historical note
The shrine was built during the Edo period (1603-1868) in honor of Emperor Jimmu, the legendary first emperor of Japan.