JAPAN FIRE MAPDescription
In the early hours of September 11, 2025, a fire destroyed the main and worship halls of Ikeda Hachimangu in Kumamoto City's Nishi Ward. The fire was reported before dawn and firefighting continued for about 50 minutes after the first report. No injuries were reported. The shrine served as a local guardian shrine in a forested hillside area. Police and fire authorities are investigating the cause.
Key facts
- Date
- Sep 11, 2025
- Location
- Kumamoto, Kumamoto
- Casualties
- 0 deaths, 0 injuries
- Damage
- Main and worship halls destroyed
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Ikeda Hachimangu after the fire, September 11, 2025
TBS NEWS DIG · Source
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Sources
TBS NEWS DIG
Ikeda Hachimangu in Kumamoto destroyed by fire; no injuriesSep 11, 2025 · ja
Kumamoto Broadcasting
Shrine fully burned in Kumamoto West WardSep 11, 2025 · ja