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

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.