Hachiōji Shrine
八王子神社
Ancient shrine in Gifu, dedicated to Amaterasu's eight princes, with unique architecture and cultural treasures.
What it is
- Established in 949.
- Enshrines eight princes of Amaterasu Omikami.
- Designated a Kinpeisha by the Gifu Prefectural Shrine Agency.
What to see
- Main hall built in Sanmaisha-nagare-zukuri style.
- Current main shrine building constructed in 1676.
- Shrine building is a Gifu Prefecture Tangible Cultural Property.
- Shrine gate is a Gifu Prefecture Cultural Property.
- Shrine gate relocated from Shirataka Castle.
- Seven votive horse paintings are Gifu Prefecture Cultural Properties.
When to go
- Grand festival in early October.
- Festival features five floats parading through Akechi-cho.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
岐阜県恵那市明智町1400-1 Open in Google Maps
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