Shirasaki Hachiman Shrine is a Hachiman shrine located in Hiroshima Prefecture dedicated to the deified Emperor Ojin and associated deities. As a Hachiman shrine, it serves as a center for prayers related to protection, success in endeavors, and safe travels.
- Denomination
- Hachiman
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman (God of War and Divine Protection)
- Kami enshrined
- Emperor Ojin, Empress Jingu, Hime-gami
- Coordinates
- 34.1606006, 132.2089796
Visitor tip
Hachiman shrines are popular for prayers for success and protection, making them ideal for students and those facing important challenges.
Cultural notes
Hachiman shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, with Hachiman being revered as both a war deity and protector of the Japanese people. The worship combines Shinto traditions with the historical veneration of Emperor Ojin.