Toyoyama Hachimangu
📍 Fukuoka, Fukuoka · Tagawa
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
Pre-written
Unknown
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
Toyoyama Hachimangu, enshrined in Tagawa City, is a Hachiman shrine with Emperor Ōjin as its principal deity. It has long been the tutelary shrine of this region, gathering the faith of local people. In Tagawa, which prospered through the coal mining industry, it watched over the safety and prosperity of those involved in mining and local residents. Known as the deity of victory and martial prowess, Hachiman provides the strength to face difficulties and brings victory through his divine virtue. It is a historic shrine that has walked together with the development of the region.
Benefits
Winning in competitionFamily safetyBusiness prosperityProtection from misfortuneTraffic safetyGood fortuneLong life in martial pursuits
