Bekkaku Kanpeisha

Kikuchi Shrine

菊池神社

/ Kikuchi Jinja

Admission
Free
Goshuin
¥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

primary Deity

Kumamoto warrior (d.1373) who fought alongside Prince Kanenaga for the Southern Court in Kyushu

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

Historical Province

Higo

Hours

24 hours

Bus

Bus from Kumamoto Station, ~70 min

Best Times to Visit

Spring (cherry blossoms in castle ruins)
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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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.