Kaerukuma Hachimangu
📍 Ehime, Matsuyama · Yamakoshi, Matsuyama, Ehime
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
As its name suggests, this shrine blesses travelers with safe returns to their homes. Under Hachiman's protection, wandering hearts find peace. The feet of homeward-bound travelers naturally quicken here.
Benefits
Safe returnJourney protectionLiberation from confusion