- Denomination
- Hachiman
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman, god of war and divine protection
- Kami enshrined
- Emperor Ojin, Empress Jingu, Hime-gami
- Coordinates
- 35.412166, 139.3221803
Visitor tip
Look for the distinctive three-legged crow (yatagarasu) symbol often associated with Hachiman shrines.
Cultural notes
Hachiman shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, dedicated to the deified Emperor Ojin who is worshipped as the god of war, culture, and divine protection. These shrines became particularly important to the samurai class throughout Japanese history.