Kibitsuhiko Shrine
吉備津彦神社
Okayama · Okayama
Kibitsu Ichinomiya victoire
Kanpei Taisha
Ichinomiya (Bitchu Province)
Kibitsu Shrine
Kibitsu Shrine
Tarif
Free
Goshuin
¥300
Acces
10 min walk
Horaires
5:00–18:00
Vue d'ensemble
Kibitsu Shrine is the origin of the Momotaro (Peach Boy) legend — Japan's most beloved folk tale. Its main hall and worship hall form the only example of the unique kibitsu-zukuri architectural style, designated a National Treasure. The 400-meter-long covered wooden corridor stretching along the hillside is one of the shrine's most photogenic features.
Histoire
1425📄Atteste par les sources
Current National Treasure main hall and worship hall completed under Ashikaga Yoshimitsu's patronage, in the unique kibitsu-zukuri style.
Divinites venerees
⛩
primary Deity
Bienfaits
Reseau de sanctuaires
Kibitsu head
A savoir
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The 400-meter covered corridor (kairo) is one of the longest wooden shrine corridors in Japan, lined with hydrangea in June.
Source: documented
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The Narukama divination ritual — where a cauldron's rumble predicts fortune — has continued here for centuries and inspired the Ueda Akinari ghost story 'The Cauldron of Kibitsu.'
Source: tradition
Infos pratiques
Location Coordinates
34.6707, 133.8508
Physical Address
931 Kibitsu, Kita-ku, Okayama, Okayama 701-1341
Province historique
Bizen / Bitchu / Mimasaka
Acces
Kibitsu Station (JR Kibi Line)
10 min walk
Horaires
5:00–18:00
Meilleure saison
June (hydrangea along corridor)Spring (cherry blossoms)
Langues etrangeres
English signage
Accessibilite
Partially accessible
Site officiel
https://www.kibitujinja.com/
Informations visiteurs verifiees le 2026-04-06. Consultez le site officiel pour les details actuels.
Pourquoi ce sanctuaire
Origin of the Momotaro legend with a National Treasure main hall in a style found nowhere else in Japan.
Sanctuaires lies
Questions frequentes
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What is Kibitsu Shrine?
Kibitsu Shrine is the origin of the Momotaro (Peach Boy) legend — Japan's most beloved folk tale. Its main hall and worship hall form the only example of the unique kibitsu-zukuri architectural style, designated a National Treasure. The 400-meter-long covered wooden corridor stretching along the hillside is one of the shrine's most photogenic features.
Where is Kibitsu Shrine located?
Kibitsu Shrine is located in Okayama, Okayama. The full address is: 931 Kibitsu, Kita-ku, Okayama, Okayama 701-1341.
What deities are enshrined at Kibitsu Shrine?
The enshrined deities are: Kibitsuhiko no Mikoto.
What blessings can you pray for at Kibitsu Shrine?
Kibitsu Shrine is known for: chasse aux demons, victoire, protection contre le malheur, reussite scolaire.
How do I get to Kibitsu Shrine?
The nearest station is Kibitsu Station (JR Kibi Line). It is about a 10-minute walk from the station.