Kōchi Shrine (Saeki-ku)

What it is

• Shrine in Saeki-ku, Hiroshima City.
• Formed in 1907 by merging eight shrines.
• Enshrines Hachiman Sanjin deities.
• Some merged shrines date to the En'gi era (901-923).

What to see

• Scenic location backed by a chinjū no mori (sacred forest).
• Current main hall relocated from former Hiyoshi Shrine.
• Ridge tag from 1722 Hachiman-gu rebuilding remains.

When to go

• Annual autumn festival in October.

Getting there

• Hiroden Bus from Itsukaichi Station North Exit.
• By car from National Route 2.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.