Bless your trip with a lucky charm for travel from Sumiyoshi Shrine.
Sumiyoshi Shrine is one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Kyushu. Visit for traditional Shinto architecture and a powerful sumo statue!
Take some time and enjoy the sceneries within the temple area. If not raining, I would probably spent at least an hour or more to chill and enjoy the nature. Check out the opening hours below for you to manage your visiting hours.
Hike to the peak of the most famous Inari shrine in Kyushu.
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, one of Fukuoka’s top attractions, has 1000 years of history, famous plum trees and a bustling shopping strip to see.
Kushida Shrine, with an impressive parade float, a fountain of youth and many more surprises, is one of our favourite Shinto shrines in Fukuoka!
Located in Miyazaki, Amano Iwato Shrine and the Celestial Cave feature in one of Japan’s favourite folk tales. Read more about it here.
The first stop of the sacred Munataka Taisha.
Takeo Shrine in Saga Prefecture was founded in 735 to bring peace to the region. One of the most beautiful natural phenomenons to be found at the shrine is the ohkusu (giant camphor) tree that rests at the foot of Mt Mifuneyama.
Found on the border of Fukuoka and Saga Prefecture, Daikouzen-ji is an ancient Buddhist temple that comes alive in autumn.
An ancient structure with beautiful ocean views.
Built in 1629 for Nagasaki’s Chinese residents, Sofukuji Temple is famous for its Ming dynasty architecture and has two National treasures.
Take a break from the city and enjoy nature and Shinto at the historic Kirishima Jingu
Explore one of the shrine where Shintoism and Buddhism meet
Located just a short train ride from Fukuoka City’s Hakata station, Sanno Temple is a great day trip away from Kyushu’s largest urban center. For colorful festivals and spirituality set against a forested backdrop, pay a visit to Sanno Temple.
Hakozaki Shrine has a rich history dating back over a millennium and offers a break from the hustle and bustle of the big city.
The secret gathering spot for gods where the sun once hid from the Earth.
