Hirohama Hachiman Jinja
📍 Shimane, Matsue · 303 Hachimancho
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
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
Hirohama Hachiman Jinja is a shrine cherished as Matsue's Hachiman deity, enshrining Emperor Ojin. It has long been venerated as a warrior god, and is particularly characterized by the deep faith held by the townspeople of Matsue. With its name preserved in the place name Hachimancho, this tutelary deity of the area has long watched over and protected the community. During festival seasons, vigorous portable shrines parade through town, offering visitors the opportunity to enjoy traditional scenes full of vitality.
Benefits
victorycommercial prosperityhousehold safetywarding off evilmultiplication of descendantsmartial prowess