[2025 Kurume Attraction] Travel Guide for Koura Taisha Shrine (Updated Jul)

#FukuokaTravel Kora Taisha Shrine is about a 20-minute drive from the center of Kurume City. It has been called "the mountain where gods live" since ancient times. It is located halfway up Mount Kora and has a long history of more than 1,600 years! This place is not only believed to be a place of deity that protects life and wards off evil spirits and longevity, but also because it is the birthplace of Kagura Kagura, it is regarded as the "god of entertainment", and local entertainers often come here to visit! Shrine tour suggestions: The bird's-eye view is definitely one of the must-see spots when visiting the shrine! You can climb up the steps and stand on a high place to enjoy the beautiful scenery! Don’t forget to visit the “Love Blooms and Bears Observation Deck” inside the shrine. From there you can overlook the entire city of Kurume. It is said that if you can see the statue of Kannon, the Savior Mother, on Mt. Narita, your relationship will be smooth! Therefore, this place has become a particularly effective holy place for praying for marriage! I also recommend you to come at sunset. The orange sunset is super gentle. The lights on both sides of the shrine will light up at night, which is very beautiful. You can enjoy the charming night view of the city from the observation deck! Address: 1 Mii-cho, Kurume City #trip #relax #nightview #couple #Japan #JapaneseAttractions #JapanTravel #Fukuoka

#WesternJapan At Takara Taisha Shrine at night in Fukuoka. I almost gave up on the mountain path leading to the shrine, but at the top, the city of Kurume spread out before me, and the fantastic lights of the lanterns were impressive. #WesternJapan

Here are some must-visit places right after exiting the Kurume IC! 📍Naritasan Kurume Branch Myoouji Temple This temple is famous for its giant Kannon statue that can be seen while driving on the highway! Amazingly, you can actually climb inside this statue! The stairs are quite long, so it's recommended for those with good stamina. Additionally, there’s an underground area called "Hell Tour" that resembles a haunted house. It was quite scary, but since I was already there, I decided to check it out! Be warned, children might get frightened 🥲 💰Entrance Fee: 500 yen 📍Korasan Shrine A shrine located in the mountains! After climbing the stairs, you’ll be rewarded with a breathtaking view! Definitely worth visiting when you’re in Kurume! 📍Acht Cafe A unique cafe where art and coffee blend together! The art exhibits change depending on the season, so you can enjoy a fresh experience every time you visit. Highly recommended for art enthusiasts 🎨 Make sure to use this guide when visiting Kurume!

Take in the night scape of Kurume before going to bed💙 #japan

Takara Taisha Shrine is located on a hilltop at an altitude of 312m. This shrine offers a panoramic view of Kurume city, and is especially beautiful in the evening, when you can see the cityscape dyed in the sunset. This shrine, which has a history of about 1,800 years, is also known as a power spot for warding off evil and bringing good fortune, and is visited by many worshippers. Opening hours: 24 hours a day! Access: About 10 minutes by car from Kurume Daigaku-mae Station on the JR Kyudai Main Line. #0 yen trip February 2025 #Takara Taisha Shrine #Kurume sightseeing #breathtaking view #power spot #sunset

Kurume City is located in the southern part of Fukuoka Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Japan. It is situated in the Chikugo region and is the third largest city in Fukuoka Prefecture, as well as the center of the Kurume metropolitan area. Kurume City has many attractions worth visiting. Here's a related introduction: Historical Sites - Kurume Castle: This is the ancient castle of the Kurume clan from the Edo period. The castle's architectural style is unique and holds high historical and cultural value. Currently, there is a museum inside the castle, displaying historical relics and materials related to Kurume Castle. - Kora Taisha Shrine: Located on the hillside of Mount Kora, this is one of the most important historical shrines in the Kyushu region. The complex is built along the mountain and includes the main hall, worship hall, Kaguraden (sacred dance hall), and more. Stone lanterns and ancient trees line the path leading to the shrine, and the scenery is enchanting when lit up at night. - Suitengu Shrine: This is an important shrine in Kurume City. Every New Year's period, a temple fair is held here, attracting many tourists and local residents to pray for blessings and enjoy themselves. There are also various traditional snack stalls and souvenir shops around the shrine. Natural Landscapes - Chikugo River: This is the largest river in Fukuoka Prefecture and flows through Kurume City. Strolling along the riverbank, you can enjoy the beautiful river views, the natural scenery on both sides, and the surrounding cityscape. It's a great place for a leisurely walk. - Asahiyama Park: The park is shaded by lush trees and has large green areas, flower gardens, and recreational facilities. During the cherry blossom season in spring, it attracts a large number of tourists who come to admire the cherry blossoms and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery. Culture and Arts - Ishibashi Cultural Center: This is a comprehensive venue integrating culture, art, and entertainment. It often hosts various cultural events such as art exhibitions, concerts, and theatrical performances. It also has a park and leisure area for people to rest and relax. - Kurume City Art Museum: The museum houses a large collection of artworks, including paintings, sculptures, and crafts, covering various fields such as Japanese traditional art and modern art. It provides visitors with the opportunity to appreciate artworks and learn about art and culture.

#FuriTabiWinter When you think of Kurume, you think of Takara Taisha Shrine? Takara Taisha Shrine is located on top of a mountain and can be reached by car, but if the weather is nice, I recommend climbing it yourself👍 The approach to Takara Taisha Shrine, which is also a course for the Olle, is easy to walk on and the scenery is very beautiful💕 It's a slightly cool place even during the hot summer months And!!! The autumn leaves🍁 are insanely beautiful😍 It's a pretty hard path, but the scenery is so beautiful that it's relaxing😍 The top is a spectacular place overlooking Kurume city! If you go to Kurume, I definitely recommend you go there! If you are going to the top of the mountain by car, be careful because it is quite a mountain road ⚠️ ♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️ Takara Taisha 🕰️Opening hours 6:00-17:00 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities Refreshing 📍Location 1 Mii-cho, Kurume City 💰Price per person It costs money to buy amulets etc. ♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️♾️ #Takara Taisha #Kurume #Power Spot #Power Spot Shrine

Location: Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture Kora Taisha Shrine, located halfway up Mount Kora, is not only a historical and cultural landmark of Kurume City in Fukuoka but also an excellent spot to enjoy sunsets and night views. The shrine's observation deck offers a wide view, and in the evening, the sunset that dyes the sky red and the gradually lighting city create a mesmerizing scene. 🌟 Highlights • Sunset Views: The observation deck is a great place to watch the sunset, with the afterglow illuminating the entire city and the distant Ariake Sea, creating a stunning view. • Romantic Night Views: After nightfall, the lights of Kurume City shine brightly, and the city night view, like a sea of stars, feels like a dream world. • Tranquil Atmosphere: The shrine is quiet and peaceful in the evening, with a cool mountain breeze that relaxes both body and mind. 📸 Photography Tips • Sunset and City: Capture the changing layers of the sky at sunset, perfectly blending the afterglow with the cityscape. • Panoramic Night View: Use a wide-angle lens to photograph the night view of Kurume City, showcasing the beauty of the city lights. • Shrine Silhouette: Use the shrine's torii gate or buildings as the foreground to shoot sunset silhouettes, adding more artistic sense. 🚶♂️ Access and Tips Take a bus from Kurume Station to the Kora Mountain trailhead, and walk about 30 minutes to reach the shrine. It is recommended to visit in the evening to enjoy the sunset and stay until night to view the city nightscape. Remember to bring warm clothing to cope with the mountain's low temperatures. 📷 Equipment: Nikon ZF

📍Address: Gaoliang Taisha Shrine Finally finished checking in ❤️ 🗓️ Itinerary: From Hakata, take the Kyushu Shinkansen to Kurume Station, then change to the jr Kudai Main Line and get off at Kurume University Station. After getting off the bus, follow Google Maps, there are still many roads, there are many steps to go up the mountain, probably more than 30 floors, if you are not physically strong, it is recommended to download the Didi International version to take a taxi up the mountain. This special forces the whole 11 road up the mountain, the road is not many people, a bit like the deep mountains and old forests, if it rains are recommended not to climb, quite slippery on the road will meet some older people over to hike, admire after the top! 💞Reason for recommendation: Fukuoka Takara Taisha is a quiet place with beautiful natural views and history and culture. #FukuokaItinerary #GlobalTravel #Fukuoka Attractions #Japan #Fukuoka #Nikon #Kora Taisha

Koura Shrine, located at the western end of the Mino Mountain Range at an altitude of 312 meters, was once one of the highest-ranked shrines in Japan. It is the first palace of Chikugo. The creation of Koura Tamataru Shrine is said to have been in the first year of Emperor Richu (400 AD), and in 897 it was granted the highest rank of Shoichii. As a Myojin Taisha (a shrine that enshrines famous gods) registered in the Engishiki Jinmyocho, it holds a very high status. If your schedule allows, it is highly recommended to stay here from evening to night, enjoying the beautiful and endless Chikugo sunset, and then appreciate the surreal and indescribable night view where the ancient and modern blend together, with the red torii, the glowing lanterns on both sides of the stone steps, and the distant modern city lights merging into one. It is definitely worth a visit.

Takara Taisha Shrine ⛩️ 𓂃◌𓈒𓐍 𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃 Takara Taisha Shrine is the Ichinomiya Shrine of Chikugo Province. The deities enshrined are Takara Tamatare no Mikoto Hachiman Okami Sumiyoshi Okami It is enshrined on Mt. Takara, which is 312 meters above sea level and at the westernmost end of the Mino Mountain Range. Mt. Takara was called Mt. Takamure because Takagi no Kami (Takamimusubi no Kami, Takamure no Kami) was enshrined on it. There is a theory that later, Takara Tamatare no Mikoto asked to borrow the mountain as a place to stay for the night, Takagi no Kami agreed, and Tamatare no Mikoto was enshrined there in return. The view of the city from the grounds of Takara Taisha Shrine is spectacular! Many worshippers come to see this view. ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ ꕥShrine name: Takara Taisha ꕥAddress: 1 Miimachi, Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture ꕥAccess: 🚌🚏 Miimachi → approx. 39 minutes on foot ꕥVisiting hours: 5am-7pm (6am-6pm in winter) ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ #0 yen travel autumn #Fukuoka #Fukuoka trip #Fukuoka sightseeing #Shrine #Shrine tour #Shrines and temples #Shrine worship

#Fukuoka Attractions There is a square and a torii gate right in front of Kora Taisha Shrine. Although it is not as large as other shrines, its grandeur is no less impressive. Then we took a walk in the Japanese garden with beautiful flowing water. The elegant stone bridge path was peaceful and quiet! After visiting the main hall, relatives and friends suggested that we go to the back mountain to worship. Passing by moss-covered stone steps and giant trees on the way, it added a sense of peace and depth. Arriving at the simple but majestic main hall, I felt unexpectedly calm 😌. Here I deeply felt the Japanese people's reverence for nature~!

This is Takara Taisha Shrine in Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture. Since it is on top of a mountain, you can see the whole of Kurume City. The night view is very beautiful and popular.

"Takara no Kami" in Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture, has been worshipped as a god who protects all aspects of life, including protection from misfortune, long life, traffic safety, and prosperity. During the day, you can see the whole of Kurume City, and at night, the night view is very beautiful. After climbing up and down the long staircase, you can relieve your fatigue by having tea at Takarayama Teahouse, which is located right next to the stairs. ✨ It was hot, so I had shaved ice (^o^) It was really delicious ✨❤️‍🔥 I like the fact that it had a lot of syrup and condensed milk on it (^o^) It's a place you'll want to come back to ✨ Takarayama Teahouse is open from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.! ❤️‍🔥#Kurume