What to know
The Fujisan Museum (ふじさんミュージアム) is dedicated to the history and folk religion surrounding Mount Fuji, Japan's tallest peak. The museum is organized into sections covering the history of climbing Mount Fuji, the mountain's religious significance, and the town of Fujiyoshida where the museum is located, along with its connection to the famous volcano.
Special focus is given to the worship of Mount Fuji, the pilgrims who climbed the mountain over centuries, and the inns where they stayed on their journey. The museum is well-presented with interactive screens, videos, and projection mapping, though English information is limited.
Outside the museum building stand several relocated former pilgrim inns with thatched roofs. Additionally, the Former Togawa Residence, another former pilgrim inn still standing in its original location 2.5 kilometers north of the museum along the approach to Fujiyoshida Sengen Shrine, is considered an annex and is included in the admission fee.
The Fujisan Museum is a ten-minute bus ride from Fujisan Station. Take a bus toward Yamanakako and get off at Sun Park Fuji-mae (サンパークふじ前, 2-3 departures per hour, 300 yen one way). Alternatively, take the Fujikko tourist bus to Fujisan Museum Park-mae (300 yen from Fujisan Station). The museum is a short walk from both bus stops.
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Visitor information
Practical details to check before planning this stop.
- Hours
- 9:30 to 17:00 (last entry at 16:30)
- Closed
- Tuesdays (except national holidays)
- Admission
- 400 yen (~$2.56) (includes entry to the Former Togawa Residence)
- English name
- Original name
- Fujisan Museum
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