Rokko Hachiman Shrine
📍 Hyogo, Kobe · 3-6-5 Yawata-cho, Nada Ward, Kobe, 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
This Hachiman shrine stands on the slopes of Mount Rokko, overlooking Kobe below. Enshrining Emperor Ojin's virtue, it has long been revered as a deity of martial prowess and agricultural blessing. From this elevated place, the shrine has watched over countless seasons, blessing the endeavors of all people with its divine grace.
Benefits
Misfortune preventionVictory blessingAbundant harvests