A Hachiman shrine dedicated to the deified Emperor Ojin and associated deities. Hachiman shrines are among the most common types of Shinto shrines in Japan, traditionally serving as protectors of warriors and local communities.
- 宗派
- Hachiman
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Hachiman (god of war and divine protection)
- 祀られている神
- Emperor Ojin, Empress Jingu, Hime-gami
- 座標
- 35.166165, 136.9234174
参拝のヒント
Look for the distinctive dove motifs often found at Hachiman shrines, as doves are considered messengers of this deity.
文化的背景
Hachiman is one of the most widely venerated kami in Japan, originally a syncretic deity combining Shinto and Buddhist elements. The name 'Hachioji' (Eight Princes) often refers to the eight princely aspects or manifestations of Hachiman.