Located in the city of Ehime, Sixteenth Day Purification Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to the purification and protection of its community. This shrine has been revered since ancient times for its ability to purify and ward off evil spirits. The main deity, Hachiman, has been enshrined here, along with other notable kami such as the god of agriculture and the god of prosperity.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman
- Kami enshrined
- Hachiman, God of War, Mikoto, God of Agriculture
- Coordinates
- 35.5019355, 135.7426894
Visitor tip
To make the most of your visit, try to arrive at dawn or dusk when the shrine is most serene. Bring a small offering of incense and pray before making an offering at the main torii gate.
Cultural notes
This shrine has strong connections to local folklore, with many stories surrounding its purification abilities during times of natural disasters and disease outbreaks. The Shinto holiday of 'Juban', which honors Hachiman's role in protecting villagers from evil spirits, is also celebrated here.
Historical note
Founded in the Nara period, it is one of Japan's oldest Shinto shrines.