Kengun Jinja is Kumamoto's oldest shrine, dating back over 1,450 years. It is located along one of the city's streetcar lines, a few stops from famous Suizenji Park. The shrine is a local favorite during the New Year season, but it is a peaceful oasis for the rest of the year.
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Kumamoto City's Kengun Jinja
Ancient shrine with an unusual torii gate
By Sandra Isaka
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Mandy Bartok
9 years ago
Wow, you found my "local"! :) We live just a few streets away. Not many people make it out to the eastern end of the tram line. What brought you that way?
We had visited Suizenji Park by car and drove by the Ha-chobaba afterward. We couldn't resist turning around to check it out - glad we did!
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