Kouyou Hachiman Miya

Kouyou Hachiman Miya is a beautiful shrine enshrined at the foot of Takatori Mountain in Sawara Ward, Fukuoka. True to its name, when autumn arrives, the shrine grounds are adorned with magnificent autumn leaves that captivate many visitors. As a Hachiman shrine enshrining Emperor Ōjin, it has long been cherished as a guardian deity of the region. Especially during the season of autumn leaves, visitors can witness the beautiful appearance of the deity and experience divine blessings together with the changing of the seasons. For the people of Sawara Ward, it is an important shrine that serves as spiritual support throughout all four seasons.