Kitsaki Hachiman Guu
📍 Yamaguchi, Yamaguchi · Ooaza Kamiu Ooshoji 571, Ube
📿 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
Kitsaki Hachiman Guu is a historic shrine dedicated to Hachiman, enshrined in Kamiu, Ube. Long cherished as the guardian deity of this area, it has walked alongside the development of Ube. Known for the manifold blessings of Hachiman—from warrior's fortune to family safety—this shrine has long protected the safety and prosperity of many people. As the place name Ooshoji suggests, this was once a vital crossroads, and it remains a warm shrine watching over its community.
Benefits
Family safetyProtection from misfortuneBusiness prosperityTraffic safetyVictoryCommunity welfareWarrior's fortune