若杉神社

Japanese Name若杉神社
PrefectureNiigata
ReligionShinto
Coordinates38.0745220, 138.2507267

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About this Shrine

若杉神社, located in the city of Yuzawa, Niigata Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of the Japanese cedar tree. The shrine's main hall, Kondohon, features a striking wooden structure with a steeply pitched roof, typical of traditional Edo-period architecture.

Cultural Significance

The shrine is famous for its Japanese cedar tree, which is said to have healing properties. Visitors can purchase cedar leaves and branches as souvenirs, believed to bring good fortune and health.

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