Hachioji Shrine
📍 Aichi, Minamichita · 16 Douyama, Shinojima, Minamichita, Aichi
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
Located on Shinojima island, Hachioji Shrine has guided fishermen through treacherous waters for generations. The shrine's protective presence has become synonymous with safe harbor and abundant catches, deeply rooted in maritime traditions.
Benefits
Fishing abundanceMaritime safetyIslander protection
