As one of the oldest shrines in Japan, Sumiyoshi Shrine has stood in Hakata in some form for well over a millennium. Although there are thousands of Sumiyoshi Shrines across Japan, the one in Fukuoka together with Sumiyoshi Grand Shrine in Osaka and Sumiyoshi Shrine in Shimonoseki City form the Three Great Sumiyoshi Shrines. Several deities are housed within the shrine complex, including ones dedicated to travel, the sea and sumo.
Although the current structure is a reconstruction from the seventeenth century, it still holds a significant place in the cultural life of the city. For centuries, Hakata has been a key port for travelers and merchants alike looking to venture overseas. Sumiyoshi Shrine was a vital stop in their journeys abroad as people would pay their respects at the shrine and pray for safe travel. If you’re an avid traveler, why not buy a good luck charm or omamori dedicated to safe passages to hang on your backpack?
The Shrine Complex
In addition to the main hall which showcases one of the oldest styles of Shinto architecture and is designated as a National Important Cultural Property, there’s also a fox shrine with a path of red gates leading to it. Off to the side, you’ll come across a statue dedicated to the god of sumo whose immense hands are said to bestow strength and power to those who touch them. Near the Main Hall, you’ll find a number of items for purchase, including omamori and omikuji. There are lots to choose from, so have fun and take your pick. If you don’t like what comes out, look for a tree that has several fortunes tied up to them. Add yours to the bunch to leave your bad luck behind.
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