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.

📄
Documented
1870

Enshrined Deities

Kikuchi Takemitsu
primary Deity

Blessings

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.