Tsuruga Castle Hachiman Jinja
📍 Fukushima, Aizu-Wakamatsu City Oite-machi 1-1 · Aizu-Wakamatsu City
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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
Tsuruga Castle Hachiman Jinja is a venerable Hachiman shrine located just near Tsuruga Castle, the symbol of Aizu-Wakamatsu. As a martial kami, Hachiman has been deeply revered by Aizu samurai. It is said that during the Boshin War, Aizu clan samurai offered prayers for military success. Serving as the guardian deity of the castle town, this shrine has walked alongside the people of Aizu throughout its long history. Even today, it bestows the courage to face difficulties and the strength to walk the righteous path.
Benefits
Victory in competitionsMilitary success and longevityWarding off misfortuneHousehold safetyAcademic achievementEmployment successFulfillment of wishes
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