Fudaya Hachiman-ji is a Shinto shrine located in Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture. The shrine was built in the Heian period and enshrines Hachiman Okami, a kami associated with war, justice, and protection. The shrine's main hall is a wooden structure with a tile-roofed pagoda on its south side. Visitors can see a large stone statue of Hachiman Okami near the entrance.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman
- Kami enshrined
- Hachiman
- Coordinates
- 34.9744397, 132.1921074
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, visit during the morning when the shrine is less crowded.
Cultural notes
This shrine has a connection to the legend of Hachiman Okami's discovery of the Yamato Empire's capital at Asuka. The shrine also hosts the annual Matsue Hachiman Festival in May, which features traditional performances and rituals.
Historical note
The shrine was established in the Heian period (794-1185 CE),