Shinto shrine
Asakura Jinja
朝倉神社（あさくらじんじゃ）
Kōchi, Kōchi Prefecture
An ancient shrine in Asakura, Kōchi, enshrining two kami: Amatsu Haha no Kami and Ametoyotakaraikashihitarashihime no Sumeramikoto. Its main sanctuary is designated a national Important Cultural Property.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Enshrined kami: Amatsu Haha no Kami, Ametoyotakaraikashihitarashihime no Sumeramikoto
History and things to know
According to the official guide, the present main sanctuary is said to have been rebuilt in Meireki 3 (1657) by Yamauchi Tadayoshi-kō. Its festival held in autumn is a city Intangible Folk Cultural Property, and four shrines are enshrined in the grounds: Arakura Jinja, 倉稲神社, Chūkonsha and Yasaka Jinja.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 朝倉神社「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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