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Juusha Kumano Shrine
〒160-0023 東京都新宿区西新宿2丁目11−2 熊野神社
Located in Shinjuku Central Park, this shrine enshrines Kushinada-hime-no-Ookami (the Great Deity of the Comb) and Izanami-no-Ookami (the Great Deity Izanami) as its deities.
Enshrined deities
Ketsumimiko-no-Okami (Kumano)
History
室町時代の応永年間に、中野長者と呼ばれた鈴木九郎が故郷の紀州熊野三山より十二所権現をうつし祀ったのが始まりと伝えられています。当初は熊野十二所権現と呼ばれていましたが、明治維新後に十二社熊野神社と改称されました。
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What visitors say
This shrine is located in the heart of Nishi-Shinjuku, surrounded by high-rise buildings, and is situated right next to Shinjuku Central Park. It offers a serene and solemn atmosphere away from the city's hustle and bustle. The grounds feature rich natural elements and historical structures, including the main hall, komainu (lion-dog statues), and an Inari shrine. In September, the annual grand festival is held, bustling with food stalls and mikoshi (portable shrines).
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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