Tour Details
Tour Details Itinerary and highlights
Sacred Sites of Mt. Fuji Worship:
Fuji-ko, Oshi & Weaving Culture Tour
2Former Togawa Family Residence
The home of an oshi, who lodged pilgrims climbing Mt. Fuji and offered them prayers and guidance. The main house, built in the Edo period, preserves the life and faith of the oshi just as they were, and is registered as a component of the "Fujisan" World Cultural Heritage site.
Inside you can still see maneki (banners of the pilgrim groups) offered by Fuji-ko members and the altar used for prayers. Imagine yourself as a pilgrim of the time and take in the quiet atmosphere of the house.
3Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine
The heart of Mt. Fuji worship, this shrine has welcomed countless pilgrims since ancient times. Walk along the approach lined with giant cedar trees and the vermilion-lacquered halls come into view. The grounds still hold stone monuments where Fuji-ko pilgrims prayed for a safe climb, as well as the gate that marks the start of the Yoshida-guchi Trail.
Your driver will show you how to walk the approach and point out the highlights. Take your time to pray and soak up the solemn atmosphere. There is also time to receive a goshuin (shrine stamp).
4Yoshida-guchi Trail
The historic trail walked by Fuji-ko pilgrims on their way to the summit. Leading on from Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine, this was once a path of faith where lines of pilgrims dressed in white made their way up the mountain.
On the tour, we take an easy walk along part of the tree-lined trail. Follow the stone monuments and small shrines along the way and imagine the pilgrimages of the past. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes.
5Savor Yoshida no Udon
Fujiyoshida's soul food, known for its firm, chewy noodles. It is said to have begun when men made the noodles in place of the women who were busy weaving, making it a taste closely tied to the town's history.
The local way is to add suridane, a spicy condiment, to a simple bowl topped with cabbage and horse meat. Enjoy a lunch unique to Fujiyoshida at a popular restaurant recommended by your driver.
6Weaving Culture Experience
Fujiyoshida has been a textile town for over 1,000 years. Blessed with spring water from Mt. Fuji, the area has long been known for its silk fabrics, and many weaving houses (hataya) still carry on the craft today.
Visit a weaving workshop, see the craftsmanship up close and try your hand at making something yourself. You can take home the piece you finish as a souvenir of your trip.