Kirishima Shrine
霧島神宮
Kagoshima · Kirishima
Relationship Bonds
Kokuhei Chūsha
Ichinomiya (Satsuma Province (disputed))
Nitta Shrine
新田神社
/ Nitta Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
¥300
Access
20 min walk
Hours
24 hours
Overview
Built atop the hill that is considered the tomb of Ninigi-no-Mikoto, the divine ancestor of the imperial line. It disputes the ichinomiya title of Satsuma Province with Hirakiki Shrine.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
Grandson of Amaterasu, who descended from heaven to rule the terrestrial realm; bearer of the three Imperial Regalia
Blessings
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
31.8150, 130.3058
Physical Address
1935-2 Miyauchi-cho, Satsumasendai, Kagoshima 895-0065
〒895-0065 鹿児島県薩摩川内市宮内町1935-2
Historical Province
Satsuma Province
Access
Sendai Station (JR Kagoshima Main Line)
20 min walk
Hours
24 hours
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
Why This Shrine
Built over the legendary tomb of the divine imperial ancestor Ninigi-no-Mikoto.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Nitta Shrine?
Built atop the hill that is considered the tomb of Ninigi-no-Mikoto, the divine ancestor of the imperial line. It disputes the ichinomiya title of Satsuma Province with Hirakiki Shrine.
Where is Nitta Shrine located?
Nitta Shrine is located in Satsumasendai, Kagoshima. The full address is: 1935-2 Miyauchi-cho, Satsumasendai, Kagoshima 895-0065.