Hachioji Shrine is a Hachiman shrine located in Kochi Prefecture that venerates Hachiman, the Shinto deity of war, culture, and divine protection. The name 'Hachioji' refers to the eight princes associated with Hachiman worship, reflecting the shrine's connection to this important martial deity tradition.
- Denomination
- Hachiman
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman, the god of war and divine protection
- Kami enshrined
- Hachiman, Emperor Ojin
- Coordinates
- 33.2935805, 134.1452055
Visitor tip
Look for the distinctive Hachiman shrine architecture and symbols, including dove motifs which are sacred to this deity.
Cultural notes
Hachiman shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, with Hachiman being particularly revered as a protector deity. The 'eight princes' (hachioji) in the shrine's name refers to the eight sons of Emperor Ojin, who is deified as Hachiman, representing different aspects of divine protection and governance.