EasyTicket Kushida Shrine
📍 Japan Fukuoka 하카타
Kushida Shrine is a reference point for a walk through Hakata Old Town. With many decorations and grounds features tied to Hakata Gion Yamakasa, even a short stop gives you a clear sense of the area.
It's on the route between Canal City and the Kawabata Shopping Arcade, so it's easy to add before or after a meal.
Visitor information
| Hours | See the official information. |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
| Address | 1-41 Kamikawabata-machi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka |
| Getting there | Walk from Nakasu-Kawabata or Gion Station |
Opening hours and prices may change. Please check the official channel before visiting when an item says to check the official notice.
Useful tips
- If you're interested in Hakata's traditional festivals, take your time with the decorations and information boards inside the grounds.
- The nearby alleys are narrow, so during weekend daytime hours it's more comfortable to watch the flow of people first than to wait for photos.
- When planning a Hakata Old Town route, it's easy to use Kushida Shrine as your reference point. Official guidance puts it about an 8-minute walk from Nakasu-Kawabata Station or Gion Station, making it easy to pair with the surrounding shopping streets.
Frequently asked questions
Is it manageable to go straight from Hakata Station?
Both walking and the subway are feasible. In hot seasons, it's better to take the subway to Gion Station or Nakasu-Kawabata Station, then walk.
Which festival is Kushida Shrine closely associated with?
Fukuoka City's official tourism guide explains that Hakata Gion Yamakasa is a festival dedicated to this shrine. The grounds have elements tied to the festival, so it's worth looking around while walking through Hakata Old Town.
