Habu Jinja ShrineThis is a shrine that traces its origins back to the time when Emperor Chuai and Empress Jingu traveled west to subjugate the ancient Kumaso people of southern Kyushu. When their ship stopped at Habu Gofunatsu, they wished to enshrine Funadama, the guardian deity of their ship, there. |
Tsukise Hachimangu ShrineIt has its origins when Lord Tadayuki Kuroda split the deity of Usa Shrine and enshrined it here in 1638. It was originally called “Neko Castle Hachiman Shrine,” but it was changed to its current name in honor of the “Tsukise River” which flows through the Usa Shrine precincts. Pretty Japanese lilies bloom in July. |
Umeyasu Tenmangu ShrineThe precincts of the shrine are located on high ground and there a large number of plum trees growing along the road leading to the shrine. Around the middle of February, the roadside is filled with white plum blossoms, creating a spectacular sight. |
Soshagu ShrineEmperor Jinmu is said to have offered prayers at the shrine when he went to Okanominato. It is also known to have deep connections with the Hori River. When the Hori River canal was built between 1615 and 1623, prayers for its safe completion were offered at the shrine, and other similar activities took place there. |