Matsue Hachiman Shrine
📍 Yamaguchi, Ube · Higashisue, Ube, Yamaguchi
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Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
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
Matsue Hachiman Shrine in Ube perpetuates the martial and familial blessings of Emperor Ojin through its sacred ministry. The shrine's location in Higashisue positions it as a spiritual guardian of the neighborhood's prosperity and harmony. The architecture and rituals reflect continuity with mainstream Hachiman traditions while maintaining distinctive local character. This balance between universal and particular creates spiritual significance resonating with residents across generations.
Benefits
warrior spiritfamily fortunemarital harmony