Kumamoto: Sacred and Religious Sites
Places and attractions in the Sacred and religious sites category
Reigandō
Buddhist temple in a mountain cave Reigandō is a cave that lies to the west of Kumamoto, Japan, that became a temporary home to the legendary rōnin, Miyamoto Musashi. From 1643, Musashi spent many of his last months in the cave, meditating and writing his Book of Five Rings. The cave is accessed easily by bus from Kumamoto City and nearby Tamana.
Kengun Shrine
Kengun Shrine is the oldest traditional shrine in Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the 4 shrines of Aso Shrine group.
Honmyō-ji
Honmyō-ji is a Buddhist temple of the Nichiren sect, Rokujōmon-ryū, in Nishi-ku, Kumamoto, Japan. It is the most high-ranking temple of the sect in Kyushu.
Takahashi Inari Shrine
Takahashi Inari Shrine is a Shinto Inari shrine, dedicated to the worship of the kami Inari. It is located in Kumamoto, Kumamoto Prefecture. Its main festival is held annually on November 8. It was founded in 1496.
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Region: Kumamoto