Aoshima-jinja

Kyūshū

This colourful, photogenic shrine on the island of Aoshima is a favourite of visitors seeking luck in love. To the right of the main shrine, a path lined with a few heart-shaped arches leads to a smaller shrine at the island's geographic centre. Next to it are twin palm trees called meoto (female and male) biro. Would-be lovers can purchase brightly coloured strings (¥100) to tie to ropes between the trees as an offering.

Visit the Legend of Hyūga Hall here to learn about Japan's origin myths and stories.

Contact

Address

2-13-1 Aoshima

Get In Touch

0985-65-1262

https://aoshima-jinja.jp/

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