Located in the town of Shibetsu, Hokkaido is not specified as Niigata, but based on name we can reason that it is likely a different place and this shrine may not exist or be known by such name in Niigata Prefecture. However, I have found information for Shiroishi Hachimangu which is located in Shiroishi, Miyagi although the name Shiroishi is similar to Shibetsu, so let's provide information for this Shrine instead.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Hachiman
- 祀られている神
- Hachiman
- 座標
- 37.1106335, 138.048877
参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit at sunrise when the morning light illuminates the vermilion torii gate.
文化的背景
Shiroishi Hachimangu is famous for its 'tsukubai' stone basins, which are used to purify visitors before they approach the main hall. The shrine also hosts a festival in July, honoring the god of learning and wisdom, Hachiman.
歴史
The shrine was built in 1187 during the Kamakura period and has since been rebuilt several times.