Kego Shrine

The enshrined deities at Kego Shrine are three divine beings born when Izanagi no Mikoto returned from the underworld and performed purification rituals. Yasomagatsuhi-no-Kami is the deity who cleanses calamities and spiritual imbalances, while Kannaobi-no-Kami and Onaobi-no-Kami are deities who revive one's life force and guide toward good fortune. These three deities are collectively called the "Kego Sanshin," and are known nationwide for their rare divine virtue of dispelling misfortune while simultaneously leading toward great fortune.

The shrine's history spans over 400 years. In 1601, when Kuroda Nagamasa, the first lord of the Fukuoka domain, built Fukuoka Castle, Kego Shrine was temporarily merged with Kogarasu Shrine. In 1608, a new shrine building was constructed and relocated to its present location. In 1916, it was elevated to the status of Prefectural Shrine, and today operates as the religious corporation Kego Shrine.

The shrine's emblem derives from the character for "kego," representing the image of the divine beings who protect us and guide us in positive directions. The central dot represents you, your family, your partner, and your friends.

Despite being located in the heart of Fukuoka's busiest entertainment district, the shrine grounds are shaded by a massive camphor tree over 300 years old, which together with the adjacent Kego Park forms a precious green space in the center of Tenjin.

The Three Protective Deities of Kego〈Kego Sanshin〉

Deities of misfortune removal and fortunate destiny who banish inauspiciousness and guide toward greater fortune

Yasomagatsuhi-no-Kami and
the deities who guide toward further good fortune, Kannaobi-no-Kami and Onaobi-no-Kami, are enshrined together
as the rare "Misfortune Removal and Fortunate Destiny" Protective Three Deities found throughout the nation.

Yasomagatsuhi-no-Kami

A deity who banishes calamity and presides over the work of purification

This deity first appeared when Izanagi no Mikoto returned from the land of Yomi and performed purification rituals.
The "maga" (distortion) in this deity's name does not signify complete evil,
but rather refers to a state in which something that should be straight becomes bent along the way.

Yasomagatsuhi-no-Kami illuminates the "distortions" and "stagnations" within our hearts and bodies, and through purification and cleansing,
creates the foundation for our fortune to turn for the better.

Located immediately next to the Nishi-Tetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station and adjacent to Kego Park.

There is also Imamasu Inari Shrine (a subsidiary shrine) and an administrative office building that displays cultural properties and collection items.