Mita Hachiman Jinja

Mita Hachiman Jinja is enshrined in Mita, Minato Ward. As the name "Mita" suggests, it is said to have been named after this area was once a sacred rice field (kanda) dedicated to the gods. The shrine enshrines Hachiman and has long been revered as the tutelary deity of this region. Despite being located in a prime downtown area, the shrine maintains a tranquil grounds. Due to its proximity to the business district, it receives many visitors from salarymen who pray for improved fortune in work and business prosperity. Through the virtues of Hachiman, this is a dependable shrine that bestows powerful divine protection upon those living in modern times.