Kawara Shrine
香春神社
Kawara Shrine: an ancient shrine with high status, worth visiting for its history and architecture.
What it is
- Ancient shrine, founded in 709 AD.
- Dedicated to three deities from Kawara Sanzan peaks.
- Once a major shrine for Buzen Province.
- Listed in the Engishiki Jinmyocho.
What to see
- Main hall built in Shinmei-zukuri style.
- Worship hall and stone walls.
- Documents designated as town cultural properties.
When to go
- Annual festival held on May 5th.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
福岡県田川郡香春町大字香春733 Open in Google Maps
この施設の関係者の方へ
このページは公開情報をもとに Japan Gems が作成し、訪日外国人向けに英語で掲載しています。 写真や情報の追加・修正を承っています。お店の写真に差し替えることもできます。
このページの情報を更新する
