Located in Fukuoka Prefecture,熊野神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of the forest and mountains. The shrine's architecture reflects its connection to nature, with a serene garden and a torii gate surrounded by lush greenery. The shrine complex dates back to the Heian period (794-1185 CE) and has undergone numerous renovations throughout its history.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susanoo no Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Susanoo no Mikoto, Taka-no-kawachikuni no tsukiyomi no kimi
- Coordinates
- 33.6468388, 130.6935903
Visitor tip
Take a stroll through the shrine's serene garden, especially at dawn or dusk when the sunlight filters through the trees, casting dappled shadows on the ground.
Cultural notes
熊野神社 is associated with the Shinto deity Susanoo no Mikoto, who is said to have created the forest and mountains. The shrine also hosts an annual spring festival, where participants dress in traditional costumes and perform rituals to purify themselves and welcome the arrival of spring.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt in 1333 during the Nanboku-chō period, which saw significant upheaval and reconstruction in Japan's imperial capital, Kamakura.