Yamanoi Hachimangu is a Hachiman shrine located in Yamaguchi Prefecture dedicated to the deified Emperor Ojin and associated deities. As a Hachiman shrine, it serves as a center for worship of the god of war, culture, and divine protection.
- Denomination
- Hachiman
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman
- Kami enshrined
- Emperor Ojin, Empress Jingu, Hime-gami
- Coordinates
- 34.0541543, 131.1340158
Visitor tip
Look for the distinctive Hachiman shrine architecture and symbols, including dove motifs which are sacred to Hachiman.
Cultural notes
Hachiman shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, with Hachiman being venerated as both a war deity and protector of the imperial family. The worship typically includes Emperor Ojin, his mother Empress Jingu, and the Hime-gami goddesses.