Located in the town of Shosenai, Niigata Prefecture, treezakikami no misaso is dedicated to the tree spirit Tree Spirit kami, Shozu no kami, believed to protect villagers from droughts and floods. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Niigatan influence with its distinctive curved roofline reminiscent of rice paddies.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Shozu no kami
- Kami enshrined
- Tree Spirit, kami
- Coordinates
- 38.0619451, 138.4306468
Visitor tip
To avoid getting wet, visit during dry season to enjoy a serene stroll through the surrounding pine forest and historic shrine grounds.
Cultural notes
This tree spirit kami is revered by villagers for its role in protecting crops from natural disasters. During the annual autumn festival, locals offer rice balls shaped like rice paddies to Shozu no kami, asking for a bountiful harvest.
Historical note
The shrines was originally constructed in the Edo period (1603-1868).