A festival where the faith in Mt. Fuji remains strong that is held in Yoshida Tainai - a World Heritage component asset
The "Yoshida Tainai" Lava Tree Molds are caverns formed as lava flowing from Mt. Fuji's eruption engulfed trees which burned away leaving a hollow opening where they once stood. These caverns were thought to resemble a womb, and became an object of worship for followers of the Fujiko faith. The site, which encompasses more than sixty such caverns in the vicinity, is designated as a national natural treasure and a component world heritage site.
Each year, on April 29, Fujiko worshippers gather at the site for the "Yoshida Tainai" Festival, where a bonfire ceremony is held and an age old ritual can be seen by spectators.
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| Address | 〒403-0005 山梨県富士吉田市上吉田剣丸尾5590 |
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| Phone | 0555-21-1000 |
| Opening Times | Apr. 29 |
| Transport | Public transport: Take the bus from Fujisan Sta. Get off at Kankyo Kagaku Kenkyusho Iriguchi. It is then approx. 6 minutes by foot. Car: Approx. 30 minutes from Kawaguchiko I.C. on the Chuo Expressway. Approx. 30 minutes by foot from parking area. |
| Car Park | None |
