Kato Shrine [Kumamoto]

【Kato Shrine summary】

Katoh Shrine was founded in the 4th year of Meiji (1871). It was originally built as Nishikiyama Shrine in Kumamoto Castle during the separation of Shinto and Buddhism. The name was changed to Kato Shrine in 1909. The deity of the shrine is Kiyomasa Kato, a warlord of the Warring States period who served as a vassal of Hideyoshi Toyotomi, a fierce general who distinguished himself in many battles and in the Korean invasion.

【Kato Shrine precincts】

The white torii gate is beautiful, and the temple grounds are bright and open with an open view, and the cobbled gravel is comfortable to walk on.

The central sacred tree stands out and has a strong presence, and the small shrine that sits between the trunks is also sacred.

There is a spectacular view of Kumamoto Castle from the temple grounds, and I had the impression that there were many worshippers here.

【Kato Shrine Nearby attractions】

Kumamoto Castle, Fujisaki Hachiban Shrine

熊本城【熊本県】

【Kato Shrine Access】

Manager’s Comments

This is a famous spot for a shrine where you can visit while enjoying a view of Kumamoto Castle. If you visit Kumamoto Castle, you must stop by here.

Site/Facility Size

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Richness of Nature

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Ease of access

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Number of tourists

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Kato Shrine

2-1 Honmaru, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto-shi, Kumamoto 860-0002, Japan

※Free parking available

Approximately a 10-minute walk from Kumamoto Castle/Shiyakusho-mae Station on the Kumamoto City Tram.

参考

加藤神社公式ホームページ　加藤清正公を熊本城本丸にお祀りしています

加藤神社公式ホームページ　　加藤清正公を熊本城本丸にお祀りしています

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