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Kushida Shrine

Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival is dedicated to Hakata’s head shrine “Okushida san.”

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This head shrine is said to have been built in the 8th century. Residents in Hakata call it “Okushida san.” Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival declares the arrival of summer to the City of Hakata in July, and is dedicated to this shrine. On the premises, the impressively decorated yamakasa (float) is on display throughout the year except for June.

Ohatanushi no kami (Kushida Shrine), Amaterasu Omikami, and Susanoo no Mikoto (Gion Shrine) are enshrined here. This shrine is thought to be a transfer from Kushida Shrine in Ise-Matsuzaka. In 1587, Toyotomi Hideyoshi gifted the current hall during the reconstruction of Hakata.

After visiting the shrine, stop by at the Reisentsuru no Ido, where its water is believed to give you a long life. (currently, drinking the well water is banned)

On the premises, there is also the Hakata History Museum. You can look back at Hakata's history through a trade permit granted by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, masks used for a dance performance in the 8th century, and other valuable historical properties. In the neighborhood, Hakata Machiya Folk Museum is adding the ambience of good old Hakata.

Stop by at Kushida Chaya behind the shrine ground for Hakata’s specialty, Kushida’s Yakimochi. Mild sweet bean filling is wrapped with rice cake, excellent when it is freshly grilled and crisp.

Highlights

  • The head shrine, beloved by the people of Hakata.
  • Even when it is out of season for Hakata Gion Yamakasa, you can see the float.
  • There is water for longevity.
  • Nearby tourist spots are nice to visit.

Photos

  • Not only tourists, but locals also come to worship

    Not only tourists, but locals also come to worship

  • At the entry gate, check the zodiac and find the lucky direction for this year!

    At the entry gate, check the zodiac and find the lucky direction for this year!

  • The sacred tree, Kushida’s Ginkgo, is said to be more than 1000 years old

    The sacred tree, Kushida’s Ginkgo, is said to be more than 1000 years old

  • Reisentsuru no Ido

    Reisentsuru no Ido

  • Kushida Chaya

    Kushida Chaya

Reviews

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  • Carolyn

    喝了「靈泉鶴水井」的水,希望能身體健康!

  • 尹清

    附近店家賣烤麻糬外酥內軟很好吃!

Details

Name in Japanese
櫛田神社
Postal Code
812-0026
Address
1-41 Kamikawabatamachi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka
Telephone
092-291-2951
Closed
Open every day
Hours
Free to visit any time (4am - 10pm)
Directions
From subway Gion Station, walk 5 min.