Highly revered High Shrine in Fukuoka, dedicated to the storm god Susanoo-no-Mikoto and his brother the rice goddess Inari Okami. The shrine is famous for its unique 'shinmei' architecture, which blends traditional Japanese and Chinese elements.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susanoo-no-Mikoto, Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Susanoo, Inari
- Coordinates
- 33.761641, 130.3668759
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, visit the shrine early in the morning or later in the evening when the sun is not directly overhead.
Cultural notes
High Shrine is celebrated as the 'Sanja Matsuri' every year. The shrine also has a notable Buddhist influence due to its location in a predominantly Buddhist region of Fukuoka.
Historical note
The shrine was founded during the Genpei period (1185-1185), a time of great turmoil in Japan's history.