Kushida Shrine, the oldest shrine in Fukuoka 🌟

#Sakura2024 Kushida Shrine Kushida Shrine 🌟
The oldest shrine in Fukuoka, over 1,200 years old
Built around 757 by Emperor Koken as a shrine for the god Okushida-sama
Most Japanese people come to pray for longevity, good health and success in business throughout the year. And
Importantly, every year, every July, Fukuoka residents like to hold important festivals at this shrine, such as
Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival
Giant palanquin competition
(Oiyama)

📌Kushida Shrine
⏰Opening hours: Open daily from 04.00-22.00 hrs.
🚈Getting there: Take the subway to Gion Station
Exit 3 and walk for about 15 minutes

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Post by Aumjumma (อัม) | May 1, 2024