Kyushu Olle Munakata/Oshima Course
九州オルレ宗像・大島コース
Oshima is full of beautiful natural landscapes, its deep history can be felt.
Along the course there are Munakata Taisha Nakatsu-gu enshrined Tagitsuhime no kami the second daughter god of three sisters and Okitsu-gu yohaijo to worship Munakata Taisha Okitsu-gu enshrined the oldest daughter god Tagorihime no kami located at Okinoshima known as a sacred place where gods dwell, which empower people in the region.
Okinoshima is 50km away from Oshima. It is generally prohibited to enter the island, however it is possible to worship Okitsu-gu from Okitsu-gu yohaijo from Oshima. Also a red seal of its shrine is given at the office of Nakatsu-gu.
This course is 11.4km long, requires about 4-5 hours to complete, intended for intermediate or advanced trekkers.
Basic Information
Address (Japanese) | 811-3701 福岡県宗像市大島1809-18 |
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Address | 1809-18 Oshima, Munakata City, Start point: Oshima ferry terminal |
On/off season | All year long |
Website | Munakata Oshima Corse (Kyushu Olle Official HP) okinoshima-heritage.jp |
*Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
- Area
- Fukuoka Area
- Category
- Activities & Outdoors