Hachiman Shrine

Enshrined in Tono, this shrine has long been revered as the guardian deity of Shodoshima. With the sound of Seto waves as backdrop, countless prayers have been entrusted to its care. This fox spirit observes the bonds of faith that the island's people have woven together across generations. From warriors to townspeople, people of every station have passed through these gates—their history now etched forever into this sacred place.