Kanbashira-gū

Overview

Kanbashira-gu is a Shinto shrine located in Miyakonojo, Miyazaki Prefecture. Formerly ranked as a prefectural shrine, it is now listed as a beppyo shrine under the Association of Shinto Shrines and is affectionately known locally as "O-Kanbashira."

Highlights

• ●A main hall built in the nagare-zukuri architectural style
• ●Formerly ranked as a prefectural shrine, now a beppyo shrine under the Association of Shinto Shrines
• ●A shrine affectionately known by the local nickname "O-Kanbashira"
• ●Two auxiliary shrines on the grounds: Mikado Shrine and Motobashira Shrine

History

Kanbashira-gu is also referred to as Kanbashira Jinja. It was formerly ranked as a prefectural shrine and is now listed as a beppyo shrine under the Association of Shinto Shrines. Its main hall is built in the nagare-zukuri style, and the grounds house two auxiliary shrines, Mikado Shrine and Motobashira Shrine.

Map

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Suggested itinerary

1. 1Arrive at Kanbashira-gu in Miyakonojo
2. 2Pay respects at the main hall, built in the nagare-zukuri style
3. 3Visit the auxiliary Mikado Shrine on the grounds
4. 4Conclude the visit at the auxiliary Motobashira Shrine

Did you know?

💡 The shrine is affectionately known locally by the nickname "O-Kanbashira."

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