Aoi Aso Shrine, National Treasure Shinto shrine in Hitoyoshi, Japan
The shrine complex includes five main pavilions with steep thatched roofs, connected structures, and a two-story gate reaching 12 meters in height.
Founded in 806 through the division of Aso Shrine deity, the current buildings were constructed between 1609 and 1613 under regional lord Nagatsune Sagara.
The shrine organizes the Natsukoshi Festival since 1386 and the Okunchi Festival on September 9, featuring Kuma Kagura traditional folk performances.
The shrine stands 400 meters south of JR Hitoyoshi station, accessible via the JR Hisatsu Line limited express from Kumamoto in 90 minutes.
The buildings represent the first National Treasure designation in Kyushu in 55 years and remain the southernmost structures with this status in Japan.
Location: Hitoyoshi
Inception: October 23, 0806
Website: https://aoisan.jp/
Address: 熊本県人吉市上青井町118 868-0005
Phone: +81966222274
Website: https://aoisan.jp
GPS coordinates: 32.21333,130.75278
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:44
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