Shirasaki Hachimangū
白崎八幡宮
Shirasaki Hachimangū is a historic shrine in Iwakuni, known for its spiritual efficacy and ancient swords.
What it is
- A shrine in Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture.
- Founded in 1250 by Minamoto no Yoshikane.
- Enshrines Emperor Ojin, Emperor Chuai, and Empress Jingu.
- Revered as the tutelary deity of old Iwakuni 17 villages.
What to see
- Two Important Cultural Property swords.
- An Eitai Nokotsudo (perpetual ossuary).
When to go
- Doll memorial services are held monthly on the 25th.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
山口県岩国市今津町6丁目12-23 Open in Google Maps
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