Sano Yasaka Shrine, Kanegasaku Matsudo

What it is

• A Yasaka Shrine dedicated to Susanoo-no-Mikoto.
• Founded in 1730 by settlers from Sano, Tochigi.
• Became an independent shrine due to population growth.
• Designated a village shrine after the Meiji Restoration.

What to see

• Grounds include Daishido Hall and Fudo-son.
• Retains elements of Shinto-Buddhist syncretism.
• Daishido Hall is a stop on the To-Katsu Inba 88 Pilgrimage.

Getting there

• 10-minute walk from Tokiwadaira Station North Exit.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.