Yasaka Shrine (Kokura Gion)
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2-2 Jōnai, Kokurakita Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka 803-0813, Japan
Yasaka Shrine is known as the Gion of Kokura, and in summer holds the 400-year-old Kokura Gion Festival. Usually held for three days around the third Saturday of July, it is famous for its imposing Gion-daiko drums, and is counted among the Three Great Gion Festivals of Japan. It was originally built in the Imojimachi area, but in the early Showa era (1926–1989) it was moved to the grounds of the castle
Duration: 00h15min
+81 93-561-0753
outdoor
free
daytime
traditional
temples
Opening hours
Mondays: 6:00 AM – 5:20 PM
Tuesdays: 6:00 AM – 5:20 PM
Wednesdays: 6:00 AM – 5:20 PM
Thursdays: 6:00 AM – 5:20 PM
Fridays: 6:00 AM – 5:20 PM
Saturdays: 6:00 AM – 5:20 PM
Sundays: 6:00 AM – 5:20 PM
review(s)
891 review(s)
Ben Hsu 7 months ago
Yasaka Shrine, Kokura, is located beside Kokura Castle and its garden, and it is not uncommon for the local residents and visitors simply to visit or worship at Yasaka Shrine. The Shrine in Kokura is rather different from other shrines in Japan which are also named Yasaka Shrines, because Yasaka Shrine in Kokura has a mix tradition of Shinto beliefs and Buddhism. It is believed that the current Shrine was re-built in 1617, although it might be built much earlier. The Shrine is also unique because it has stone-concrete and wood torii gates as its entrance gates, while most of Shinto shrines only have one entrance torii gate for their shrines. Shrine is free for entrance, and, nowadays, the Shrine seems to provide funeral worship and storage service for the deceased families.
Javin Yam 8 months ago
Yasaka Shrine is a local shrine located inside the area of Kokura Castle. The path leading to the shrine is planted with Hydrangeas which makes it a beautiful walk. The shrine is well maintained and has a quiet atmosphere. I suggest giving it a visit when you go to Kokura Castle.
Johnny Lam 10 months ago
Small, secluded shrine that you'd probably look at for about 10 minutes and then head out. It's well kept and well maintained, but can be skipped if you do not have enough time.
Anupam Kumar 4 years ago
Interesting shrine, nearby the KOKURA castle. Many people come here for.the offering and the shrine has good collection of souvenirs. Must visit while visiting the CASTLE and moreover its free.
Bobby Sumarkho 6 years ago
A small shrine visitted by many people. The japanese taught us to cleanse ourselves before pay respectful pray in front of the shrine. The side gate leads to Kokura castle.