Located in Fukuoka Prefecture, Eight Horses Temple Shrine is dedicated to the Shinto deity of the wind and fertility, Susanowo, who was also revered as a powerful storm god. The shrine's name 'Hachi no tanba' translates to 'Eight Horses Temple,' likely referring to the eight horses said to pull Susanowo's chariot in Japanese mythology.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susanowo
- Kami enshrined
- Susanowo, Tsukuyomi
- Coordinates
- 33.5649804, 130.5000814
Visitor tip
For a more immersive experience, attend the annual Susanowo Shrine Festival (Hachi no tanba Matsuri) held on May 15th, where visitors can witness traditional dances and music while praying for good harvests and fertility.
Cultural notes
The shrine is notable for its unique wooden torii gate and its connection to the myth of Susanowo, who was said to have visited the Japanese mainland from his home in the Philippines. Locals believe that on certain days during the year, the sound ofSusanowo's drums can be heard from the temple.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1547 during the Sengoku period, and its current structure dates back to the Edo period.