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Kirishima Jingu

Tourist attraction Place of worship Shrine Shinto shrine Religious destination

One of the Best Places To Visits in Kirishima


Address

2608-5 Kirishimataguchi, Kirishima, Kagoshima 899-4201, Japan

Website

kirishimajingu.or.jp

Contact

+81 995-57-0001

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (10.1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

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  • 4/5 Karl C. 5 months ago on Google • 1104 reviews
    Not bad, but we were already so shrined out on this trip.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 teshowme m. 6 years ago on Google
    Very peaceful tranquil place to visit if you want to get a true taste of the Japanese culture.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jesse 11 months ago on Google
    Underrated shrine. Beautiful grounds. Lots of history.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 HIROKI NOZAWA (. 6 months ago on Google • 351 reviews
    When I come to Kagoshima, I go to Kirishima Shrine. Being that it had been a very long time, I drew my fortune. The result was a great fortune. Hope comes true as you wish. Don't be lost in the words of others. The result was "DAIKICHI". I am very grateful. I am really happy to hear that.

  • 5/5 Sean H. 6 months ago on Google • 172 reviews
    Beautiful shrine. You can hire guides (English speaking). There are 30 different areas of interest on the site, so be mindful to keep moving as there's a lot to see.

  • 5/5 Rachel B. 1 year ago on Google • 134 reviews
    Beautiful and spacious shrine complex surrounded by forest. It was especially stunning during cherry blossom season. Plenty of free parking available through multiple lots.

  • 5/5 Jenny W. 7 months ago on Google • 93 reviews
    This is the spiritual place you get surrounded by the best vibes, recommend to visit in early morning to avoid the crowd and enjoy this peaceful moment to the fullest.

  • 5/5 夏美 5 months ago on Google • 74 reviews
    It is located in Kagoshima and it is one of the most beautiful shrine I've ever seen in Japan. By the entrance, the place also has some restaurants, and souvenir stores so might want to check that out. Also, don't forget to buy and bring home some lucky charms.

  • 5/5 Maria 10 months ago on Google • 59 reviews
    This shrine is absolutely stunning! It’s designated as a National Treasure and pays tribute to Ninigi, the grandson of the sun goddess Amaterasu and the progenitor of the Imperial Family. It is also called the “Nikko of the West” because of its beautiful vermillion buildings and carvings. I could really feel the spiritual energy of this place (it is one of Japan’s “power spots”). If you’re into Japanese history and nature, you absolutely can’t miss it!

  • 5/5 olym h. 11 months ago on Google
    A historical Japanese cultural asset. There are rituals for worship. be careful.

  • 5/5 Ivan N. 2 months ago on Google • 47 reviews New
    Live up to its name of one of the top mystic shrine in Kyushu. Came on gloomy morning and was blown away by Kirishima Shrine. Kirishima as the name implies translate to Fog engulf shrine. The place feels so surreal and mystic with the fog covering the shrine. Lots of nature trails as well. To reach Kirishima Shrine from Kagoshima, simply take the shinkasen to Kirishima Jingu Mae, then take a local bus to the shrine. Do take note that the bus takes cash ¥290.

  • 5/5 Pure W. 6 months ago on Google
    Lovely temple With great weather

  • 5/5 Chan A. 9 months ago on Google
    Here in this Shrine, you can seek for the forest trail of nemerous string - trunk pine trees alongside the main walk path to its main hall .This makes you a feeling of tranquility, calmness togther with solemnity by talking a walk in the jogging track. Here you can't find a magnificent building of the Shrine but you can be inspired by the aestheticism of the fine art work by the Japanese artists.

  • 5/5 stephane 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful place. I liked the crescendo : the more you progress, the more everything around you gets beautiful. I don't want to spoil the pleasure for anyone, so I won't say much more. Just look around. Just a suggestion: After crossing the bridge, instead of going up the stairs, you could take a left, and then a right to the stairs that lead to Kame Ishi. Then you could go directly to Yama Shrine (left), which is worth a detour, and only then stroll to the main temple. Without missing the beautiful, moss-covered, fountain on the way.

  • 5/5 Hellen P. 2 years ago on Google
    Kirishima Shrine is located in Kagoshima City. Now It's autumn so it's very beautiful and a bit cold because the temple is on the mountain. The space is quiet and the people visiting the temple are very crowded. They lined up from the temple gate.

  • 5/5 SF W. 1 year ago on Google
    It is quiet place and not many people were there. Need to climb up a flight of steps but vehicles could drive up to near the temple. At the foot of the hill, there were shops and some snack, ramen shops.

  • 5/5 Jason A. 4 years ago on Google
    So peaceful... Beautiful traditional shrine set in the Forrest above Kirishima. Not many tourists either, and ample parking.

  • 5/5 Josiah L. 7 years ago on Google
    古蹟保全十分好,古樹參天。 The temple was relocated and rebuilt here after it was burnt down by fire. It kept the traditional building method of using wood for all the temple. In ancient time, many leaders came here to seek for advise and pray for peace before setting out for wars. It was a famous and popular sites for tourist. It was a grate and beautiful temple surrounded by tall and thick woods / tress. People feel peaceful while walking into the area. You feel walking back to century. Good place for photographers.

  • 4/5 Gus C. 4 years ago on Google
    Plenty of parking and a good short walk to visit the shrine. Not a lot for sightseeing but to enjoy and observe the local culture.

  • 5/5 Bijendra K. 3 years ago on Google
    A must visit place if you visit Kyushu.... One of the most famous shrine of Japan....was too crowded when i visited in Mid-November....so quiet place with scenic beauty.....

  • 5/5 Michelle 2 years ago on Google
    It's good weather today, it was beautiful sightseeing. I'm so amazed of the Torii gate and the view was fantastic.

  • 4/5 K.krishna (. 2 years ago on Google
    Very quiet and comforting place... Surrounded with nature ... Amazing view of Sakurajima

  • 4/5 Jalil M. 1 year ago on Google
    Superb shrine, embeded in the mountainous woody area north of Kirishima. Kirishima-Jingü is a "must visit", very emblematic of Kyushu island. Trees, running water, tweeting birds.... very relaxing.


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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