Located in the heart of Fukuoka City,重松大明神 Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to Daimyō Tametomo, a samurai who served as a high-ranking official under the Tokugawa shogunate. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period style, with a distinctive curved roof and a large torii gate. Visitors can explore the shrine's tranquil gardens and admire its beautiful autumn foliage. Within the shrine grounds, devotees can pray for good fortune, health, and happiness.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tametomo
- Kami enshrined
- Daimyō Tametomo
- Coordinates
- 33.5975481, 130.3768346
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, visit the shrine early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
Cultural notes
Daimyō Tametomo is revered as a symbol of loyalty and duty. Shrine festivals, known as ' matsuri,' are typically held twice a year, once in spring to celebrate the cherry blossoms and again in autumn to mark the harvest season.
Historical note
Founded in 1633 during the Edo period.