Osaki Hachimangu
大崎八幡宮
Miyagi · Sendai
Hachiman Victory
Kanpei Taisha (Chokusaisha)
Kashii Shrine
香椎宮
/ Kashii-gū
Admission
Free
Goshuin
¥300
Access
5 min walk
Hours
6:00–18:00
Overview
One of Japan's Chokusaisha — elite shrines receiving imperial envoys for festivals. Its main hall is built in the unique kashii-zukuri style, found nowhere else. Originally a mausoleum rather than a shrine, it commemorates Emperor Chuai and Empress Jingu.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
200 [仲哀天皇9年]
One of only a handful of Chokusaisha (shrines where the emperor sends envoys). Features the unique kashii-zukuri architectural style.
📄
Documented
724 Source: Formally established as a shrine in 724 CE.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
The fourteenth legendary emperor of Japan; consort of Empress Jingu and father of Emperor Ojin (Hachiman)
⛩
primary Deity
Semi-legendary empress; deity of safe childbirth, maritime protection, and victory in battle
Blessings
Did You Know?
💡
The kashii-zukuri architectural style is unique to this shrine — found nowhere else in Japan.
Source: documented
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
33.6578, 130.4572
Physical Address
4-16-1 Kashii, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka 813-0011
〒813-0011 福岡県福岡市東区香椎4-16-1
Historical Province
Chikuzen / Chikugo / Buzen
Access
Kashii-gu Station (JR Kagoshima Line)
5 min walk
Hours
6:00–18:00
Official Website
https://kashiigu.com/
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
Why This Shrine
Imperial envoy shrine with a one-of-a-kind architectural style.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Kashii Shrine?
One of Japan's Chokusaisha — elite shrines receiving imperial envoys for festivals. Its main hall is built in the unique kashii-zukuri style, found nowhere else. Originally a mausoleum rather than a shrine, it commemorates Emperor Chuai and Empress Jingu.
Where is Kashii Shrine located?
Kashii Shrine is located in Fukuoka, Fukuoka. The full address is: 4-16-1 Kashii, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka 813-0011.
What deities are enshrined at Kashii Shrine?
The enshrined deities are: Emperor Chuai, Empress Jingu (Okinagatarashihime).