47+ Japan Shinto Temple Red Doors Mount Fuji PNG. Mount fuji is a symbol of japan. Fuji sengen mandala (photo courtesy of fujisan hongu in shinto shrines;
Shintoism and buddhism are the two main religions in japan and accordingly, shrines and temples are an integral part of japan's cultural tapestry.
In 1149 ce the dainichiji temple was built near the peak by matsudai shonin where there is also a torii or sacred gate. Mount fuji is japan's thirteenth world cultural heritage. The current volcano, which erupted about ten thousand years ago, covers two older volcanos, komitake fuji and old fuji. Mount fuji = highest mountain in japan.