A Hachiman shrine located in Kagoshima Prefecture, dedicated to the deified Emperor Ojin and associated with the warrior deity Hachiman. The name includes 'Higashi Zuijin' referring to the eastern guardian deity position.
- Denomination
- Hachiman
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman (Emperor Ojin)
- Kami enshrined
- Emperor Ojin, Empress Jingu, Hime-gami
- Coordinates
- 31.5739123, 130.5599376
Visitor tip
Look for the distinctive architectural elements typical of Hachiman shrines, including guardian deity statues at the entrance.
Cultural notes
Hachiman shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, with Hachiman serving as both a Shinto kami and syncretic Buddhist deity. The zuijin (guardian deities) traditionally protect shrine entrances and sacred spaces.