Located in the city of Okayama, Eight Horses (Hachi-gatsu) Wind God Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to the wind god and protector of merchants and travelers. The shrine's architecture reflects its status as an important pilgrimage site along the ancient Nakasendo highway.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Wind God (Fūjin)
- Kami enshrined
- Wind God, Hifūjin
- Coordinates
- 34.8073204, 134.0737143
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, visit the shrine early in the morning or just before sunset to coincide with the Shinto wind ritual ceremonies.
Cultural notes
As a kami associated with merchants and traders, the wind god is often invoked for safe passage and fortune. Locals also believe that the shrine's wind god can ward off bad luck and misfortune.
Historical note
Founded during the Edo period (1603-1867), this shrine was once a major stop on the Nakasendo trade route.