Multiple Deity Shrine in the town of Hikone, Shiga Prefecture is dedicated to Shinto deities believed to offer protection and good luck. The shrine's main hall, built during the Heian period (794-1185 CE), showcases traditional Japanese architecture with a tiled roof and sliding doors made of hinoki cypress.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Multiple
- Kami enshrined
- Hachiman, Multiple other deities
- Coordinates
- 35.0575452, 136.3103822
Visitor tip
For visitors seeking a serene atmosphere, consider visiting at dawn or dusk to avoid crowds, and take a stroll along the nearby Hikone River for picturesque views.
Cultural notes
The shrine is famous for its 'Hachiman-tachi no Matsuri' festival in May, honoring the god of war, Hachiman. The shrine also features an old cedar tree believed to be over 800 years old.
Historical note
Built in the late Heian period.