Travel in Yamaguchi
Akama-jingu Shrine
Akama-jingu Shrine · 赤間神宮
Pass through Akama Shrine's red Suitenmon gate to visit the grounds. For historical exhibits, see records of the Genpei War and other materials in the treasure hall.
Akama Shrine tourism guide Official sources Sanden Kotsu stops and walking access
Visitor information
Admission
Treasure hall admission is ¥100. The official tourism guide does not separately list a general worship fee for the grounds.
Opening hours
The treasure hall opens 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., with no regular closures. The official page does not separately list hours for worship in the grounds.
What to see at Akama-jingu Shrine
The red Suitenmon gate and treasure hall exhibits
See the red Suitenmon gate as you enter the shrine. After exploring the grounds, visit the treasure hall for records of the Genpei War and other exhibits.
How to get to Akama-jingu Shrine
Take a Sanden Kotsu Kokudo Line bus on routes 10–24 from Shimonoseki Station. After about eight minutes, get off at Akama Jingu-mae and walk about a minute. The regular adult fare is ¥270 one way. Return from the stop of the same name serving Shimonoseki Station-bound buses.
Sanden Kotsu stops and walking access Current Sanden Kotsu Kokudo Line fares
Visiting tips
Visit the treasure hall within its opening hours
The treasure hall is a separate visit from worship at the shrine. If you plan to see its historical exhibits, arrive during hall hours and leave enough time to explore.
Questions about Akama-jingu Shrine
What historical exhibits can I see at Akama Shrine?
The treasure hall displays records of the Genpei War and other materials. It is a separate visit from worship in the grounds; check its admission and hours.
Official sources
- Akama Shrine tourism guide ·
- Official sources ·
- Sanden Kotsu stops and walking access ·
- Current Sanden Kotsu Kokudo Line fares ·
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