Yasaka Shrine
八坂神社
Yasaka Shrine is a historic shrine in Kitakyushu, home to a lively summer festival.
What it is
- Originally called Gion-sha, renamed Yasaka Shrine in 1871.
- Relocated to Kokura Castle grounds in 1934.
- Designated a prefectural shrine in 1873.
When to go
- Kokura Gion Daiko festival: third Saturday and Sunday of July.
- Festival started in 1618, has 390-year history.
Getting there
- 4-minute walk from Nishi-Kokura Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
福岡県北九州市小倉北区城内2-2 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
