Wakasa Hiko Shrine
若狭彦神社
Fukui · Obama-shi
Independent Ichinomiya Good Catch
Kanpei Taisha
Ichinomiya (Osumi Province)
Kagoshima Shrine
鹿児島神宮
/ Kagoshima Jingū
Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
¥300
Access
15 min walk
Hours
24 hours (office 8:30–17:00)
Overview
The ichinomiya of Osumi Province, known for its spectacular Hatsu-uma (First Horse Day) festival in January, featuring decorated wooden horses 'dancing' through the shrine grounds.
Enshrined Deities
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primary Deity
Younger brother, deity of mountain bounty; grandfather of Emperor Jimmu
⛩
secondary Deity
Daughter of the sea god, goddess of the ocean and safe childbirth
Blessings
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
31.7833, 130.7333
Physical Address
2496-1 Hayato-cho Uchi, Kirishima, Kagoshima 899-5116
〒899-5116 鹿児島県霧島市隼人町内2496-1
Access
Hayato Station (JR Nippo Main Line)
15 min walk
Hours
24 hours (office 8:30–17:00)
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Kagoshima Shrine?
The ichinomiya of Osumi Province, known for its spectacular Hatsu-uma (First Horse Day) festival in January, featuring decorated wooden horses 'dancing' through the shrine grounds.
Where is Kagoshima Shrine located?
Kagoshima Shrine is located in Kirishima, Kagoshima. The full address is: 2496-1 Hayato-cho Uchi, Kirishima, Kagoshima 899-5116.