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.
- Denomination
- Hachiman
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman (god of war and divine protection)
- Kami enshrined
- Emperor Ojin, Empress Jingu, Hime-gami
- Coordinates
- 35.166165, 136.9234174
Visitor tip
Look for the distinctive dove motifs often found at Hachiman shrines, as doves are considered messengers of this deity.
Cultural notes
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.