A prominent Ebisu shrine in Hiroshima known for its annual festival and as a center of commerce worship. The shrine is dedicated to Ebisu, one of the Seven Lucky Gods, who is revered as a deity of fishing, working men, and good fortune in business.
- Denomination
- Ebisu
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ebisu
- Kami enshrined
- Ebisu
- Coordinates
- 34.168682, 132.4800627
Visitor tip
Visit during the annual Ebisu Festival in November for traditional performances and bustling market stalls.
Cultural notes
Ebisu is unique among Japanese deities as one of the few considered purely Japanese in origin, making this shrine an important site for understanding indigenous Shinto beliefs. The deity is often depicted holding a fishing rod and a red sea bream, symbols of abundance and good fortune.
Historical note
The shrine has been an important religious center in Hiroshima for centuries, serving the merchant community and fishermen of the region. It gained particular significance as Hiroshima developed as a commercial hub.