Frequently Asked Questions
English answers are machine-translated from the property's Japanese information. Please confirm important details with the property directly.
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アクセス (1)
How do I get there?
About 15 minutes walk from Miyaji Station on the JR Hōhi Main Line, or 5 minutes by bus (get off at Aso Jinja-mae bus stop). By car, about 60 minutes from Kumamoto IC on the Kyushu Expressway via Route 57 heading towards Aso City.
イベント (1)
Are there special festivals or religious ceremonies?
On the Day of the Monkey in March, the Hifuri Shinji ceremony is held to celebrate the marriage of the enshrined deity. Various other festivals are held throughout the year. For details, please see the festival information on the official website.
ペット (1)
Can I visit with a pet?
Pets are generally allowed in the outdoor grounds, but please be mindful of the sacred nature of the place. For details, please contact the shrine directly.
周辺 (1)
Can I also enjoy strolling through the gate town?
Yes, along the approach to Aso Shrine there are spring water spots called the Mizuki tour, where you can enjoy local specialties like horse meat croquettes and souvenirs while strolling. The path is wide and easy to walk.
御朱印 (1)
Can I get a shrine stamp (goshuin)?
Yes, shrine stamps are available at the Ofuda counter (9:00–17:00). Aso Shrine is one of the nationally popular spots for collecting shrine stamps.
料金 (1)
Is there an entrance fee for Aso Shrine?
Worshipping in the grounds is free. If you receive a special prayer blessing (gokigan), an additional fee applies. Please check the official website or ask at the shrine office for details.
歴史 (1)
Which deities are enshrined here?
Takeiwatatsu no Mikoto and 11 other family deities, 12 in total. Since ancient times, the shrine has blended with fire mountain worship, with Mount Aso's crater as its sacred object, and has been revered as the chief shrine of Higo Province.
祈祷 (1)
How do I apply for a prayer blessing?
Prayer blessings are accepted from 9:00 to 16:30. For off-site ceremonies (Aso City only), please call 0967-22-0064 in advance to let us know your preferred date, then visit to apply.
見どころ (1)
Can I visit the main gate building (rōmon)?
Yes, the main gate is considered one of the largest in Kyushu and counted among Japan's three greatest gate buildings. It collapsed in the 2016 Kumamoto earthquake but has since been restored using original construction methods and materials. The restored gate can be visited as an important cultural property.
見学 (1)
How much time should I allow?
If you only visit the grounds slowly, about 30 minutes is sufficient. If you also enjoy strolling through the gate town and the spring water spots, you can spend 1–2 hours.
駐車場 (1)
Is there parking?
Yes, there is parking (114 regular vehicles). Regular vehicles are free for the first 30 minutes, then ¥100 per 60 minutes (large vehicles ¥1,000 for 3 hours).
Other (6)
What is the address?
3083-1 Miyaji, Ichinomiya Town, Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture
What are the opening hours (visiting hours)?
Worship: 6:00–18:00, Ofuda counter: 9:00–17:00, Prayer blessing reception: 9:00–16:30
Is there parking?
Yes, parking is available. Please check the official information for details.
How much is admission?
Free
When is it closed?
Open year-round
How do I get there?
About 15 minutes walk from Miyaji Station on the JR Hōhi Main Line, or 5 minutes by bus (get off at Aso Jinja-mae bus stop). By car, about 60 minutes from Kumamoto IC on the Kyushu Expressway via Route 57.