Kushida Shrine

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Kushida Shrine (Photo: Kushida Jinja Fukuoka – Pontafon / CC BY-SA 3.0)

The Kushida Shrine of Hakata is one of the oldest shrines in Fukuoka. Famous for its Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival, this shrine has many amazing attractions such as the largest otafuku mask in Japan and a fountain where people pray for eternal youth.

Overview

Address

1-41 Kamikawabatamachi, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0026, Japan (Directions)

Hours

4:00 - 22:00 Open Now

Opening Hours

Monday 4:00 - 22:00
Tuesday 4:00 - 22:00
Wednesday 4:00 - 22:00
Thursday 4:00 - 22:00
Friday 4:00 - 22:00
Saturday 4:00 - 22:00
Sunday 4:00 - 22:00
Holidays 4:00 - 22:00

Phone Number

092-291-2951

Accessibility

  • Barrier-free access

General Amenities

  • Free guides/pamphlets
  • Paid parking
  • Restroom

Language support

  • English

Payment Method

  • Pay by cash

Access

13 minute walk west of Hakata Station.

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