Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Meishin-taisha
Ichinomiya (Echizen Province)
Kehi Jingu
氣比神宮
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
15 min walk
Hours
6:00-17:00
Overview
Kehi Jingu is the first-ranked shrine of Echizen Province and historically served as the spiritual guardian of the entire Hokuriku region. Its iconic great torii gate, standing approximately 11 meters tall, is counted as one of Japan's three greatest wooden torii gates alongside those at Kasuga Taisha and Itsukushima Shrine. The shrine enshrines seven deities in total, with Izasawake-no-Mikoto as the principal deity. The shrine was an important waypoint for travelers along the ancient Hokuriku road and played a significant role in the region's cultural and religious life for centuries.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
702 [Taiho 2]
One of the three great torii gates of Japan. The shrine served as the spiritual guardian of the Hokuriku road.
Enshrined Deities
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primary Deity
Ancient deity or legendary ancestor figure associated with certain Shinto shrines
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secondary Deity
The fourteenth legendary emperor of Japan; consort of Empress Jingu and father of Emperor Ojin (Hachiman)
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secondary Deity
Semi-legendary empress; deity of safe childbirth, maritime protection, and victory in battle
Blessings
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Did You Know?
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The great torii is one of Japan's three greatest wooden torii gates, designated as an Important Cultural Property.
Source: documented
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
35.6544, 136.0597
Physical Address
11-68 Akebono-cho, Tsuruga-shi, Fukui
福井県敦賀市曙町11-68
Historical Province
Echizen / Wakasa
Access
Tsuruga Station (JR Hokuriku Line)
15 min walk
Hours
6:00-17:00
Best Times to Visit
September (Kehi Festival)
Official Website
https://kehijingu.jp/
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
Why This Shrine
Gateway shrine of the Hokuriku region with one of Japan's three great wooden torii gates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Kehi Jingu?
Kehi Jingu is the first-ranked shrine of Echizen Province and historically served as the spiritual guardian of the entire Hokuriku region. Its iconic great torii gate, standing approximately 11 meters tall, is counted as one of Japan's three greatest wooden torii gates alongside those at Kasuga Taisha and Itsukushima Shrine. The shrine enshrines seven deities in total, with Izasawake-no-Mikoto as the principal deity. The shrine was an important waypoint for travelers along the ancient Hokuriku road and played a significant role in the region's cultural and religious life for centuries.
Where is Kehi Jingu located?
Kehi Jingu is located in Tsuruga-shi, Fukui. The full address is: 11-68 Akebono-cho, Tsuruga-shi, Fukui.
What deities are enshrined at Kehi Jingu?
The enshrined deities are: Izasawake no Mikoto, Emperor Chuai, Empress Jingu (Okinagatarashihime).