Tajima, Munakata City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Rating
Cost per person
¥1,000
Munakata Taisha (Hetsu-miya) is the head shrine of approximately 6,200 Munakata shrines nationwide, enshrining the goddess Ichikishima-hime-no-Kami. Located in Munakata City, Fukuoka, it's easily accessible by bus from Togo Station. This site is a constituent part of the UNESCO World Heritage site "Sacred Island of Okinoshima and Associated Sites in the Munakata Region." Explore the expansive grounds featuring the main hall, prayer hall, the Second and Third Palaces, the Takamiya ceremonial site, and the Shimpokan, which houses 80,000 national treasures. A visit here offers a serene experience steeped in ancient history and spiritual significance. The best time to visit is during the day to fully appreciate the grounds.
Founded: Ancient times