Nagahama Hachimangū
長浜八幡宮
Nagahama Hachimangu is a historic Shinto shrine, home to one of Japan's great float festivals.
What it is
- A Shinto shrine in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture.
- Founded in 1069, rebuilt by Hideyoshi in 1591.
- Dedicated to Hachiman Okami and two other deities.
- Designated as a Betsuhyo Jinja.
What to see
- The main hall, rebuilt in 1889.
When to go
- During the Nagahama Hikiyama Festival, a major float festival.
- The festival is a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Getting there
- 15-minute walk from Nagahama Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
〒526-0053 滋賀県長浜市宮前町１３番５５号 Open in Google Maps
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