Kintomi Shrine

What it is

• Established in 724 as the village shrine of Buzen Ayahata-go.
• Enshrines Emperor Chuai, Emperor Ojin, Empress Jingu, and other Shinto deities.
• The Yahata family serves as the hereditary lineage for this site.
• Some historical theories identify this location as the original site of Usa Hachiman.

What to see

• The main hall is constructed in the traditional Hachiman-zukuri architectural style.

When to go

• The annual festival takes place every year on May 17 and 18.
• The Hatsu-u Festival is held on the first Rabbit Day of February.

Getting there

• The shrine is a fifteen-minute walk from JR Shiida Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.