Hatagaoka Hachiman Shrine

What it is

• Founded in 1030 by Minamoto no Yorinobu.
• Dedicated to Hachiman Okami, god of war.
• Named after the Minamoto clan's white flag.
• Served as a prayer place for Tokugawa Hidetada.

What to see

• Main building rebuilt in 1964.
• Ema-den is a registered cultural property.

When to go

• Amazake Festival is held in February.

Getting there

• 2-minute walk from Ebara-machi Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.