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Kushida Shrine

A shrine founded in 757 that hosts the city's largest festival, Hakata Gion Yamakasa, every year.

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Opening hours

09:00–17:00

Business status

Open

Official website

Link

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Basic information｜Kushida Shrine

A shrine founded in 757 that hosts the city's largest festival, Hakata Gion Yamakasa, every year.

Details

Opening hours: Mon09:00–17:00
Tue09:00–17:00
Wed09:00–17:00
Thu09:00–17:00
Fri09:00–17:00
Sat09:00–17:00
Sun09:00–17:00
Business status: Open
Official website: Link
Phone: +81 92-291-2951
Wheelchair accessible: Yes

Kushida Shrine

1-41 Kamikawabatamachi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 812-0026, Japan

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Traveler highlights

Founded in 757, Kushida Shrine is Hakata’s tutelary shrine and a center of the annual Hakata Gion Yamakasa, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Locals call it “Okushida-san”; visitors come to worship, seek protection or make wishes. Year-round events offer chances for worshippers to take part. Winter brings more visitors, yet the grounds retain a lively, welcoming feel. The shrine’s long history and continuing role in local festivals and daily worship make it a meaningful place to understand Hakata’s culture and faith.