Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center, Shizuoka

The Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center, Shizuoka opened in December 2017 as a modern museum dedicated to preserving and presenting the cultural and natural significance of Japan's most iconic mountain. Located in Fujinomiya City, the center serves as the official facility for conveying the value of Mt. Fuji as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site, which was registered in June 2013.

Mt. Fuji holds profound cultural importance in Japanese spirituality and art, representing centuries of religious pilgrimage and artistic inspiration. The mountain was registered as a cultural world heritage site in June 2013, recognizing its exceptional universal value beyond its natural beauty. The center focuses specifically on Mt. Fuji's cultural heritage aspects, distinguishing it from other facilities that primarily emphasize the mountain's geological features.

The center's permanent exhibitions offer visitors an immersive virtual climbing experience without physically ascending the mountain. The center invites everyone to experience Mt. Fuji through a series of carefully designed visual exhibits, allowing visitors to understand the spiritual and cultural journey of traditional pilgrims. The exhibitions showcase the mountain's role in Japanese religion, art, and literature, providing comprehensive insights into why Mt. Fuji became a sacred symbol in Japanese culture.

The facility features contemporary architecture with elegant design elements that complement its educational mission. Visitors can explore interactive displays that simulate the traditional pilgrimage experience, view historical artifacts, and learn about the mountain's significance through multimedia presentations. The center effectively communicates the cultural narrative of Mt. Fuji to both domestic and international audiences.

Access to the center is straightforward from major transportation hubs. The facility is located at 5-12, Miya-cho, Fujinomiya-shi, Shizuoka-ken 418-0067. Visitors can reach Fujinomiya by train and local bus connections, with the center being easily accessible from the city center. Adults pay 300 yen for admission (200 yen for groups of 20 or more), while visitors up to age 15 or 70 and older receive free entry. Students currently enrolled in junior high school, senior high school, and university levels also receive complimentary admission, as do persons with disabilities and their caregivers.