Tomioka Hachiman Shrine
富岡八幡宮
Tokyo's largest Hachiman shrine, birthplace of sumo, hosts a major festival.
What it is
- Largest Hachiman shrine in Edo, also called Fukagawa Hachiman Shrine.
- Dedicated to Ojin Tenno, the main deity.
- Birthplace of Edo Kanjin Sumo.
- Current main building constructed in 1956.
What to see
- Many stone monuments related to sumo wrestling.
- Bronze statue of Ino Tadataka on the grounds.
When to go
- Fukagawa Hachiman Festival held around August 15th.
Getting there
- Accessible from Monzen-Nakacho Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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