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[Shizuoka] Shiraito Falls and Mt Fuji World Heritage Centre in Shizuoka /V-G
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Overview
  • Shiraito Falls is one of the 100 most famous waterfalls in Japan and is an important place of pilgrimage and ascetic practice. The beauty of the waterfall, which is 20 metres high and 150 metres wide, and the negative ions calm the mind.
  • Sengen Taisha is the head shrine of the 1300-odd Sengen shrines in Japan. It is the oldest shrine in the Tokai region.
  • The deity is Mt Fuji.
  • The main shrine, built by Tokugawa Ieyasu, is a national important cultural property, while the Yudama-ike pond, which is fed by melted snow from Mt Fuji, is a national special natural monument.
  • Fuji World Heritage Centre, visitors can easily experience a simulated Mt Fuji climb. Fuji, which is accessible to people with limited mobility and small children, and provides an enjoyable way to learn about Mt Fuji. On clear days, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Mt Fuji from the top floor.
  • Take an efficient taxi tour of these three popular tourist destinations!
What to expect

Two waterfalls are visited. Shiraito Falls has been selected as one of the top 100 waterfalls in Japan. It is a constituent property because it was a place of pilgrimage and training for people, mainly Fuji-ko followers. The waterfall is 20 m high and 150 m wide, with many small waterfalls cascading down, looking like many white threads hanging down.

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