Kagoshima Prefecture

A Shinto shrine in Kagoshima dedicated to Shimazu Nariakira, the 28th lord of the Satsuma Domain. Known for its historical significance in the Meiji Restoration and its role in modernizing Japan during the late Edo period.

Kirishima Jingu is a historic Shinto shrine in Kirishima, Kagoshima, set near the Kirishima Mountains. It is a major local attraction and place of worship, known for its scenic setting and connection to the region’s volcanic landscape.

Kotohiragū (Konpirasan) is a Shinto shrine on Mt. Zōzu in Kotohira, Kagawa. Dedicated to Ōmononushi, guardian of sailors, it features 785 steps to the main shrine and 1,368 total to the inner shrine. Head of ~600 Kotohira shrines nationwide.

Explore Nitta, a notable shrine in Satsumasendai, Kagoshima. Check goshuin availability, visitor details, and nearby sacred places before you go.