Hachiman Shrine
八幡神社
Visit this 16th-century shrine on a hill to see its unique architecture and learn about local history.
What it is
- A shrine founded in 1575 by Atsumi Gengoro-no-Jo Shige.
- Enshrines Okinagatarashihime-no-Mikoto as its main deity.
- Also enshrines Homudawake-no-Mikoto and Tamayorihime-no-Mikoto.
What to see
- A stone staircase leading up to the shrine grounds.
- The shrine buildings situated on a hilly area.
- Auxiliary shrines like Kinzan-sha and Wakamiya-sha.
When to go
- The unified festival day is October 9th.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
静岡県掛川市岩滑2084 Open in Google Maps
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