Itajuku Hachiman Shrine
📍 Hyogo, Kobe · 3-15-25 Itajuku-cho, Suma Ward, Kobe City, Hyogo
📿 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
The great Hachiman deity enshrined in Itajuku has long supported those seeking balance between martial strength and intellectual wisdom. Countless students and ambitious seekers have made pilgrimage, invoking the sacred arrows of Hachiman to overcome darkness and illuminate the righteous path. This shrine's divine light has remained unwavering through countless generations, blessing all who approach with sincere hearts.
Benefits
Martial valor and wisdomAcademic successHachiman protection