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Kushida Shrine
Kushida Shrine · 櫛田神社
Stop at Kushida Shrine during a Hakata Old Town walk. Hakata Gion Yamakasa is dedicated to this shrine, where you can visit the sanctuary and see a large ginkgo tree.
Visitor information
Admission
The official tourism guide does not list a separate charge for visiting the shrine grounds. Charms and souvenirs cost extra.
Opening hours
The main sanctuary can be visited from 04:00 to 22:00. Check local arrangements on festival and event days.
What to see at Kushida Shrine
A shrine connected to Hakata Gion Yamakasa
For Hakata's festival traditions, explore the link between Kushida Shrine and Hakata Gion Yamakasa. The festival is dedicated to the shrine, whose grounds contain a large ginkgo tree. Combine a shrine visit with your old-town walk.
How to get to Kushida Shrine
Take the Nanakuma Line from Hakata to Kushida Shrine Station. Walk about 2 minutes to the shrine.
Before you visit
If you also want nearby shops or a meal
Check shop hours separately if you plan to eat or shop around the shrine. Sanctuary visiting hours differ from restaurant and shop opening hours.
Questions about Kushida Shrine
Can I visit Kushida Shrine in the evening?
Yes. Main sanctuary visiting hours are 04:00–22:00. Recheck arrangements on festival or event days. If you also want an evening meal or shopping, check nearby businesses' hours separately.
Official sources
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