Arata Hachimangū
荒田八幡宮
Arata Hachimangū is an ancient shrine in Kagoshima, offering unique spiritual protection and historical significance.
What it is
- A shrine in Kagoshima City, founded in 708.
- Enshrines Emperor Ōjin, Empress Jingū, and Tamayori-hime no Mikoto.
- Believed to offer protection from pit vipers.
- Once considered the general shrine of Kagoshima.
What to see
- Four guardian deity shrines around the main shrine.
- A camphor tree, designated as a preserved tree since 1974.
When to go
- Annual main festival is held on October 23rd.
- Hatsuuma festival is around January 25th of the lunar calendar.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
鹿児島県鹿児島市下荒田2-7-21 Open in Google Maps
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