式部神社 is a Shinto shrine located in Fukuoka, dedicated to the enshrined deity Okami and the kami Yatagai, associated with fertility and prosperity. The shrine was originally built during the Heian period (794-1185 CE) and has undergone several renovations over the centuries. Its architecture reflects traditional Japanese styles, featuring a wooden torii gate and a honden with a thatched roof.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Okami, Yatagai
- Coordinates
- 33.5519865, 130.3298187
Visitor tip
To avoid crowds, visit the shrine during the morning hours before 10 am or on weekdays.
Cultural notes
式部神社 is famous for its unique worship practice of ' Okami's Milk' ritual, where devotees offer milk to the deity as a symbol of gratitude and devotion. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in May, celebrating the arrival of spring with traditional performances and food stalls.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt in the Edo period (1603-1867 CE),