Kaijo Hachimangu

📍 Chiba, Choshi · 1-7, Shibasaki-cho, Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture

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Hours

9:00–16:00

Fee

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

Unknown

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About

Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)

History

Byakko

I visited Kaijo Hachimangu, located in the port town of Choshi. Since ancient times, this shrine has been a guardian deity for maritime safety, attracting the deep faith of fishermen and sailors. It embodies the hopes of people who give thanks for the blessings of the sea and pray for safe voyages. It is also said to bring benefits of safe childbirth and good fortune, making it an important presence for the local community. From the shrine grounds, you can overlook the magnificent Pacific Ocean and worship quietly while feeling the sea breeze. This place, which evokes a sense of timelessness, will surely bestow powerful energy upon its visitors.

Benefits

Maritime safetySafe childbirthGood fortune

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