Kushihiki Hachimangū
櫛引八幡宮
Visit this historic shrine to see National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties.
What it is
- A Shinto shrine in Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture.
- Dedicated to the deity Hachiman-Okami.
- Originated in 1166, relocated to current site in 1222.
What to see
- Five shrine buildings are Important Cultural Properties.
- Treasure hall exhibits National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties.
- Main hall is Sanmaisha-nagare-zukuri style with copper roof.
- Red-threaded armor is a National Treasure from Kamakura period.
- White-threaded armor is a National Treasure from Nanboku-cho period.
- Former Hachinohe Elementary School auditorium is a cultural property.
When to go
- Autumn grand festival is three days, 14th to 16th lunar calendar.
- Yabusame (horseback archery) rituals are dedicated during festival.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
青森県八戸市八幡字八幡丁3-2 Open in Google Maps
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