Naganuma Hachimangu
📍 Tochigi, Tochigi · 1-1-1 Naganuma, Utsunomiya
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
Naganuma Hachimangu is an ancient shrine dedicated to Hachiman situated in the Naganuma district of Utsunomiya. As a shrine of Hachiman faith, it has long been beloved by the people of this region. While Hachiman is known as a deity of military fortune, this kami is also a god who brings peace and harmony. As the guardian deity of this region, the shrine continues to watch over the abundant harvests of this agriculturally thriving land and the well-being of its residents. The grounds are enveloped in a serene atmosphere, allowing visitors to offer their prayers with peaceful hearts.
Benefits
protection from calamityhousehold safetyabundant harvestsmilitary fortunepeacecommunity peace
