Fujinomiya is the place where Minamoto no Yoritomo held the Fuji Makigari hunting event during the Kamakura period.
It is also the setting for "The Soga Brothers' Revenge," in which the Soga brothers avenged their father during the Fuji Makigari hunting event.
Why not think back to the Kamakura period and experience history?
Fuji Makigari Spot
Shiraito Falls
A sacred waterfall about which Minamoto no Yoritomo also wrote a poem
Shiraito Falls is known as one of Japan's most famous waterfalls, where the underground waters of Mt. Fuji flow out from a cliff 20m high and 150m wide. The Obinzu waterfall above the waterfall is said to be the place where Minamoto no Yoritomo styled his hair before the Fuji Makigari hunting event.
It is registered as a World Heritage Site as part of "Mount Fuji - a place of worship and a source of artistic inspiration."
Otodome Falls
This fierce waterfall has been selected as one of Japan's 100 best waterfalls along with Shiraitonotaki. Its name comes from the legend that when the Soga brothers were secretly discussing how to kill Kudo Suketsune, they lamented the roaring sound of the waterfall to the heavens, and the sound stopped for a moment.
Jinma Falls
This simple and beautiful waterfall on the Gotomeki River is called "Jinba no Taki" (Jinba Falls) because Minamoto no Yoritomo set up camp nearby during the Fuji Makigari hunting event.
Shimoumazakura in Kariyado
It is said that Minamoto no Yoritomo tied his horse here during hunting parties, and is also known as "Komadome no Sakura." It is the oldest wild cherry tree in Japan, over 800 years old, and has been designated a special natural monument by the government.
Places related to the Soga brothers
Hidden Rock of Soga
It is said that Soga's Hidden Rock is the place where the Soga brothers (older brother Juro Sukenari and younger brother Goro Tokimune) spyed out Kudo Suketsune's camp, which was said to be located on the east side of the rock, and held a secret meeting to plan a raid on the castle.
The Soga brothers' raid began when their father, Kawazu Saburo Sukeyasu, was assassinated by Kudo Suketsune in Izu over a territorial dispute. As they grew up, the brothers craved revenge, and on the evening of May 4, 1193 (the 5th year of Kenkyu), they killed Kudo Suketsune, who was participating in the Fuji Makigari hunting event.
Grave of Kudo Suketsune
This tomb is located about 100m east of Soga no Kakureiwa. Kudo Suketsune's camp is said to have been located around this tomb, and just to the east there used to be an old tree called "Makuhari no Momi (fir tree)."
Soga Hachiman Shrine
The elder Soga brother, Juro, was killed by Nitta Shiro immediately after the revenge, and the younger Goro was captured and executed the next day. Soga Hachiman Shrine was built by order of Minamoto no Yoritomo to console the spirits of the brothers.
The sacred place of the Soga brothers
The camp of Nitta Shiro Tadatsune was located near the east of Soga Hachimangu Shrine, and it is said that his elder brother Juro Sukenari was killed nearby. The sacred ground of the Soga brothers is located on a small hill close to Soga Hachimangu Shrine.
Western foot of Mt. Fuji
The western foot of Mt. Fuji is a plateau area rich in nature. You can experience dynamic scenery, including famous places such as Shiraito Falls and Lake Tanuki, and the majestic Mt. Fuji with the Osawa Kuzure Falls in front of you.
Located west of Mt. Fuji, it is also known as a place to enjoy Mt. Fuji and the sunrise, and there are many spots where you can see Diamond Fuji, where the sun rises from the summit. You can also enjoy the different views of Mt. Fuji in each season, such as the red color of the mountain surface in summer and the crimson color of the snow in winter.
This area is still home to many wild animals, including the deer and wild boars that were preyed on during the Fuji hunting festival, as well as wild birds and bears.
Asagiri Plateau
Asagiri Highlands is a highland area nurtured by spring water from Mt. Fuji, and is a pioneering area where dairy farming is thriving, offering views of Mt. Fuji continuing onto pastureland. There are also ranches and tourist farms, where you can interact with animals and enjoy rich soft serve ice cream and farm-picked fruits.
In addition, outdoor experiences while feeling the presence and watch over by Mt. Fuji have become popular as they enhance the sense of oneness with nature, and recently it has often been referred to as a camping mecca. In addition to camping, there are also many outdoor facilities for sky sports, barbecues, trout fishing, and more.
Map of places related to the Fuji Makigari hunting festival
Related information
The Fujinomiya Tourist Association has a variety of tourist maps available.
