The Eightfold God Shrine, a Shinto temple in Osaka's Shinsekai district, honors the benevolent kami of prosperity and good fortune. The shrine is dedicated to the Eight Immortals (Shōjin) from Chinese Buddhism, who are revered as patrons of agriculture and trade. Visitors can purchase lucky charms and talismans at the shrine's shops.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman
- Kami enshrined
- Hachiman, Shōjin
- Coordinates
- 34.5453386, 135.4694043
Visitor tip
Arrive early to avoid crowds, and try some of the local street food at the nearby Shinsekai market.
Cultural notes
The shrine's design reflects its historical roots in Chinese Buddhism, with elements such as the use of lotus flowers and the presence of Buddhist statues. Visitors can also observe traditional Shinto rituals, including the 'misogi' purification ceremony.
Historical note
Founded during the Edo period in 1881 by Emperor Meiji as part of a series of modernized Shinto shrines.