Heisenji Hakusan Shrine

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Known as the "Moss Temple," this ancient shrine is covered in a lush, emerald carpet of moss. The tall cedar trees and quiet atmosphere create a mystical, Zen-like space. Once a massive religious city, it now offers a profound spiritual escape and a connection to ancient Japanese nature worship.

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平泉寺白山神社〜一面の苔が美しい、1300年の歴史ある宗教都市〜

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平泉寺白山神社

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「平泉寺白山神社」33年に一度の御開帳

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Heisenji Hakusan Shrine

Address: 56-63 Heisenji, Heisenji-cho, Katsuyama-shi, Fukui
Website: https://heisenji.jp/
Operator: Heisenji Hakusan Jinja Shrine

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