Kawagoe Hachimangū
川越八幡宮
A historic Hachimangu shrine in Kawagoe, founded in 1030, offering a glimpse into local spiritual heritage.
What it is
- A Hachimangu shrine dedicated to Hondawake no Mikoto.
- Founded in 1030 by Minamoto no Yorinobu.
- Ota Dokan enshrined a guardian deity in 1457.
What to see
- The main hall and worship hall, renovated in 1975.
- A sacred ginkgo tree.
- Minbu Inari Shrine, a subsidiary shrine.
- Kawagoe Sanmine Shrine, a worship place for Mitsumine Shrine.
When to go
- Children's sumo was revived in June 2008.
Getting there
- Closest to Hon-Kawagoe and Kawagoe Stations.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
埼玉県川越市南通町19-3 Open in Google Maps
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