Terukuni Shrine
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As the chief Shinto shrine of Kagoshima City, this shrine exudes powerful energy.
Highlights
- Shrine dedicated to Shimazu Nariakira
- Chief Shinto shrine of Kagoshima City
- A place where you can feel powerful energy
- Majestic shrine building
- Museum and gardens
Basic Information
- Address
- 19-35 Terukuni-machi, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Kagoshima
- Access
- 20-minute walk from JR Kagoshima-Chuo Station. About 10 minutes by bus, get off at Tenmonkan bus stop and walk 5 minutes. About 10 minutes by streetcar, get off at Tenmonkan streetcar stop and walk 5 minutes. About 20 minutes from Kagoshima-Kita Interchange on the Kyushu Expressway via National Route 3. Free parking available (8:30 AM to 5:00 PM) Show route
- Op.Hours
- 24 hours a day
- Cld.Days
- Open every day
- Fee
- Free
- INFO
- The parking lot is located to the left after you pass the torii gate. Cars: 24 spaces on weekdays (40 spaces on weekends and holidays), Buses: 2 spaces
Overview
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