Wakamiya Hachiman Shrine

Published on : 07/03/2012
by : Japan Experience

Wakamiya Hachiman Shrine is a tranquil spot in the commercial center of Nagoya near Yaba-cho subway station south of Sakae.

Wakamiya Hachiman Shrine 若宮八幡宮

Wakamiya Hachiman Shrine is a tranquil spot in the commercial center of Nagoya near Yaba-cho subway station south of Sakae.

The shrine is situated right behind the trendy F.I.L store. Hachiman shrines are dedicated to Hachiman the syncretic Shinto/Buddhist god of warriors and the divine protector of the nation.

Wakamiya Hachiman Shrine's enshrined deities include the largely legendary emperors Nintoku and Ojin. Tokugawa Ieyasu appointed the shrine as the patron, tutelary shrine of Nagoya in 1610. The shrine's main Wakamiya Festival takes places from May 15-16 every year and it is a popular place for traditional Shinto weddings.

Wakamiya Hachiman Shrine is a common name for Hachiman shrines and they appear across the country.

Access - Getting There

3-35-30 Sakae Naka Ward Nagoya 460-0008 Tel: 052 241 0810 It is a fairly short walk from the shrine to the Osu Kannon entertainment and shopping district to the south.

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