Bekkaku Kanpeisha
Kikuchi Shrine
菊池神社
/ Kikuchi Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
¥300
Hours
24 hours
Overview
Built in Kikuchi Castle ruins, honoring the Kikuchi clan who fought for the Southern Court. Famous for cherry blossoms in spring.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
1870 [明治3年]
Honors the Kikuchi clan — Southern Court loyalists.
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Documented
1870 Practical Information
Location Coordinates
32.9803, 130.8125
Physical Address
1257 Waifu, Kikuchi, Kumamoto 861-1331
〒861-1331 熊本県菊池市隈府1257
Hours
24 hours
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Kikuchi Shrine?
Built in Kikuchi Castle ruins, honoring the Kikuchi clan who fought for the Southern Court. Famous for cherry blossoms in spring.
Where is Kikuchi Shrine located?
Kikuchi Shrine is located in Kikuchi, Kumamoto. The full address is: 1257 Waifu, Kikuchi, Kumamoto 861-1331.