Kameyama Hachimangu
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Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
¥500
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History
Kameyama Hachimangu in Shimonoseki is a venerable Hachiman shrine venerating Emperor Ojin. It is enshrined on a small elevated hill overlooking the Kanmon Strait and has long been cherished by the people of Shimonoseki as the chief tutelary shrine of the region. The shrine is also known for its connections to the Genpei War, and it is said that military commanders who fought in the Battle of Dan-no-ura came to pray for victory. The shrine grounds offer a magnificent view overlooking the sea, and visitors can gaze upon the Kanmon Bridge and passing ships while reflecting on the long flow of history.
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境内に約30台分の駐車場があります。隣接する唐戸市場・カモンワーフ周辺は休日の昼間に交通量が多く、国道9号沿いのため出入りには間合いが必要です。
境内には高さ約12.7mの御影石造りの大鳥居（日本最大級）と、世界最大のふく（河豚）の銅像があります。
御朱印は拝殿左手の社務所で受け付けています。
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