A Hachiman shrine in Gifu Prefecture dedicated to the deified Emperor Ojin and associated kami. Hachiman shrines serve as centers of community worship and are known for their protective blessings for families and local areas.
- Denomination
- Hachiman
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman, deity of war and divine protection
- Kami enshrined
- Emperor Ojin, Empress Jingu, Hime-gami
- Coordinates
- 35.1917353, 136.9528718
Visitor tip
Look for the distinctive Hachiman shrine architecture and the traditional shimenawa rope decorations marking the sacred space.
Cultural notes
Hachiman is one of the most widely venerated kami in Japan, originally a deity of war but later becoming a protector of communities, farmers, and fishermen. The worship typically includes Emperor Ojin, his mother Empress Jingu, and the collective female kami known as Hime-gami.