The Three-Sided Eight-Horizontal-Bamboo-Shrines Temple, a sacred Shinto site dedicated to the deity Hachiman, located in the historic city of Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture. Built to commemorate the death of Minamoto no Yoritomo in 1192, this temple is renowned for its stunning architecture and rich cultural heritage.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Hachiman
- 祀られている神
- Hachiman
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
For a unique experience, watch the sunset at the nearby Sakamoto Riverbank, which offers breathtaking views of the temple's eight horizontal bamboo pillars.
文化的背景
Hachiman is the Shinto god of war and the patron deity of those seeking protection from illness and calamity. The temple is also famous for its annual Hachiman Matsuri festival, held in May, featuring traditional dances, music, and offerings to the deity.
歴史
Built to commemorate the death of Minamoto no Yoritomo in 1192.