Mizuoka Hachiman Shrine

What it is

• A shrine known as Tarumi's Yakujin-san.
• Dedicated to Empress Jingu as the main deity.
• Also enshrines Emperor Ojin and Sugawara no Michizane.
• Originally dedicated to the god of agriculture.

What to see

• The current main hall, constructed in 1823.
• Main hall is of nagare-zukuri architectural style.

When to go

• Yakujin Festival is held January 18th to 20th.
• Tenjin Festival is held on May 25th.
• Annual autumn festival includes children's portable shrine.

Getting there

• 8-minute walk from JR Tarumi Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.