Nakashima Hachiman Shrine is a local Hachiman shrine in Gifu Prefecture dedicated to the Shinto war deity Hachiman. Like other Hachiman shrines, it serves as both a spiritual center for the local community and a place of prayer for protection and success.
- Denomination
- Hachiman
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman
- Kami enshrined
- Emperor Ojin, Empress Jingu, Hime-gami
- Coordinates
- 35.1728118, 136.8731702
Visitor tip
Local Hachiman shrines often hold seasonal festivals, so check for community celebrations if visiting during traditional festival seasons.
Cultural notes
Hachiman shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, with Hachiman being the deified spirit of Emperor Ojin and a popular deity for warriors and later for general protection and prosperity.