Koriyama Hachiman Jinja
📍 Nara, Nara Prefecture Yamato Koriyama Yanagi 1-12 · Yamato Koriyama
📿 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
This Hachiman shrine enshrined in Yamato Koriyama has long been revered as a deity of war, with Emperor Ojin as its principal enshrined kami. It has been a spiritual support for local people alongside the development of Koriyama castle town. During the Edo period, it was devoutly venerated by the samurai of Koriyama Domain, and worshippers would always visit at decisive moments and life transitions. Even today, it is cherished as the local tutelary kami, with a steady stream of families praying for the growth of their sons.
Benefits
Longevity in warfareWinning fortuneSuccess and advancementWarding off calamityHousehold safetyChild-rearing protection
