A Hachiman shrine dedicated to the deified Emperor Ojin and associated with the worship of Hachiman, the Shinto god of war, culture, and divine protection. Hachiman shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, serving as centers for community worship and protection.
- 宗派
- Hachiman
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Hachiman, god of war and protector of Japan
- 祀られている神
- Emperor Ojin, Empress Jingu, Hime-gami
- 座標
- 35.0638214, 136.6679184
参拝のヒント
Look for the distinctive three-lobed tomoe symbol, which is commonly associated with Hachiman shrines.
文化的背景
Hachiman worship combines Shinto and Buddhist elements, with the deity serving as both a war god and protector of culture and learning. The three main kami typically enshrined represent a divine family unit central to Japanese imperial mythology.