Located in the city of Yuzawa, Niigata Prefecture, small pastoral shrine dedicated to Shinto deities with a history dating back to the Edo period, revered for its scenic natural surroundings and tranquility.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Yuzawa-tsumi, Yuzawa-tsurugi
- Kami enshrined
- Fertility, Prosperity
- Coordinates
- 37.0208774, 138.6377973
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine at sunrise or sunset when the surrounding mountains are bathed in golden light, offering breathtaking views.
Cultural notes
The shrine is said to be inhabited by the kami of fertility and prosperity, Yuzawa-tsumi and Yuzawa-tsurugi respectively, which are often invoked during harvest festivals.
Historical note
Established during the Edo period (1603-1868) as a rural shrine serving local farmers.