Hirasaki Shrine
枚聞神社
- Address
- 鹿児島県指宿市開聞十町1366
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History
The current main sanctuary was donated by Shimazu Yoshihiro in 1610 and remodeled by Shimazu Shigehide in 1787.
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Explore the grounds
An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.
Numbered buildings have unconfirmed names and uses.
Landmarks on this map
Building 1
This building’s name and use are awaiting confirmation.
Name and use unconfirmedBuilding 2
This building’s name and use are awaiting confirmation.
Name and use unconfirmedBuilding 3
This building’s name and use are awaiting confirmation.
Name and use unconfirmedBuilding 4
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Name and use unconfirmedBuilding 5
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Name and use unconfirmedBuilding 6
This building’s name and use are awaiting confirmation.
Name and use unconfirmedBuilding 7
This building’s name and use are awaiting confirmation.
Name and use unconfirmedBuilding 8
This building’s name and use are awaiting confirmation.
Name and use unconfirmedBuilding 9
This building’s name and use are awaiting confirmation.
Name and use unconfirmedTreasure Hall
Houses the decorated comb box known as the shrine’s Tamatebako treasure.
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Visiting information
Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.
Getting there
The shrine is approximately ten minutes on foot from JR Kaimon Station.
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Access & etiquette
The important-cultural-property cosmetic box is displayed for about one month around January and again around May each year. Visitors should enquire for exact dates.