Kitaoka Jinja
📍 Kumamoto, Kumamoto City · 8-16 Kasuga, Nishi Ward
About
Founded 承平4年（934年）
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
¥300
Direct-write
Unknown
Pre-written
Unknown
History
Kitaoka Jinja is one of the shrines with a particularly ancient history in Kumamoto City. As a venerable shrine with a history spanning from the Heian period, it has been deeply cherished by the local people. Known affectionately as "Kitaoka-san," it is especially renowned for its benefits related to matchmaking and safe childbirth. Its beautiful grounds soothe the hearts of worshippers throughout the seasons, and it is a sacred place where many people visit to offer prayers at important milestones in their lives.
Benefits
romantic matchmakingsafe childbirthblessing of childrenhousehold safetywarding off calamityfulfillment of wishesgood fortune and prosperity
Tips
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General
🕯️ 0 参道に立つ樹齢1000年の「夫婦楠」は、男性は雌楠→雄楠、女性は雄楠→雌楠の順に8の字を描いてまわる「良縁まいり」が有名です。くぐり方に作法があるので見逃さずに。
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Parking
🕯️ 0 境内に無料駐車場あり（約50台）。祭事・行事の日は満車になることがあります。
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