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.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- null
- Coordinates
- 38.074522, 138.2507267
Visitor tip
To appreciate the beauty of the shrine's cedar trees, visit during the autumn foliage season (mid-November to mid-December) when the leaves turn golden yellow.
Cultural notes
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.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 1685 and has since been rebuilt several times due to damage from natural disasters.