Four-Ama Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Kagoshima, not Fukuoka. It is dedicated to the god of agriculture and fertility, Four-Ama is believed to bring good fortune and prosperity to those who worship here. The shrine's design reflects traditional Japanese architecture, with a square tower and a garden filled with various trees and plants. Visitors can explore the shrine's grounds and take part in the annual Autumn Leaves Festival.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Hachiman
- 祀られている神
- Hachiman, Ama-no-Okami
- 座標
- 33.3918825, 130.4793662
参拝のヒント
For a more immersive experience, visitors are advised to bow upon entering the shrine grounds and remove their shoes before walking on the tatami floors.
文化的背景
As a kami enshrined at Four-Ama Shrine, Hachiman is the primary deity. The shrine also honors the god of agriculture and fertility, as well as the sea goddess, Okami. During the Autumn Leaves Festival, visitors can try traditional Kagoshima sweets and drinks.
歴史
The shrine was rebuilt after being destroyed by fire in 1881 during the Meiji period.