Yamanaka Hachimangū
山中八幡宮
Ancient Shinto shrine with historical ties to Tokugawa Ieyasu, worth visiting for its cultural heritage.
What it is
- Shinto shrine in Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture.
- Founded in 699 by Yamanaka Mitsushige.
- Dedicated to Emperor Ōjin, Hime Ōkami, and Empress Jingū.
- Tokugawa Ieyasu donated 180 koku to the shrine in 1603.
What to see
- A cave called Hatogakutsu is on the grounds.
- Tokugawa Ieyasu hid in the cave in 1563.
- The Yamanaka Hachimangu forest is a nature conservation area.
When to go
- Otaue Festival "Dendengassari" is held annually on January 3.
Getting there
- About a 15-minute walk from Meiden Yamanaka Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
愛知県岡崎市舞木町宮下8 Open in Google Maps
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