Naruo Hachiman Shrine

What it is

• A Shinto shrine in Nishinomiya City, Hyogo Prefecture.
• Founded during the Bun'an era.
• Dedicated to Emperor Ojin and Amaterasu Omikami.
• Formerly the guardian of seven villages.

What to see

• A rebuilt main hall, completed in 2000.
• Shrine grounds designated as a scenic tree protection area.
• A 170-meter approach from the southern torii.
• A memorial tower made from a battleship Aki cannon barrel.

Getting there

• 3-minute walk from Naruo-Mukogawajoshidai-mae Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.