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The Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine at the foot of Mt Fuji is a beautiful shrine and starting point for those climbing to the top.

Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja (北口本宮冨士浅間神社) was established in 788 AD to pray for protection from Mt. Fuji erupting (the volcano is not extinct). Some traditional Mt. Fuji climbers start at the Fujiyoshidas Sengen Shrine and say a prayer before their climb, even though it makes it twice as long - most modern climbers start further up, which just takes 5 hours or so. The main shrine hall in the Momoyama style was completed in 1615, and other impressive sights include its giant torii gate and several sacred cedar trees which are over 1000 years old.
You can reach the Sengen Shrine in a 20 minute walk from Mt. Fuji Stn, or a 5 minute bus ride (get off at the Kitaguchi Hongu Fujisengen Jinja-mae bus stop). There are also buses from Kawaguchiko Station, but beware of traffic jams in rush hour - it could take more than twice as long as normal.
Please note that there are several Sengen Shrines in the region. If taking a taxi, make sure you are going to the right one.

The official website of the Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja is
https://sengenjinja.jp

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