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Hirakiki Jinja

Kagoshima · Ibusuki · Shrines & Temples

Japanese name: 枚聞神社

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First shrine of Satsuma Province, standing with Mount Kaimon at its back. It has long drawn prayers for safe voyages and safe travel.

WHEREKagoshima

Nansatsu · Ibusuki

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First shrine of Satsuma Province, standing with Mount Kaimon at its back. It has long drawn prayers for safe voyages and safe travel.

About this place

Hirasaki Shrine (枚聞神社, Hirasaki-jinja), also known as Hirakiki-jinja, is a Shinto shrine in the Kaimonjuttcho neighborhood of the city of Ibusuki in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. Along with the Nitta Shrine, it claims the position of ichinomiya of former Satsuma Province. The main festival of the shrine is held annually from October 14 to 16.

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Founded：Unknown (ancient) Shrine rank：Ichinomiya of Satsuma Province Designation：Important Cultural Property Blessings：Safe sea voyages, Good fortune

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