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Hikojima Hachiman-gu
〒750-0092 山口県下関市彦島迫町５丁目１２−９
This shrine serves as the chief guardian deity of Hikojima Island and has long been deeply revered by those involved in shipbuilding and fishing. It is also worshipped as 'Koyasu Hachiman,' a deity associated with safe childbirth.
Enshrined deities
Hachiman Okami, Empress Jingu
History
The shrine's origins date back to October 1159, when Kono Michitsugu, the ancestor of the Hikojima development, enshrined a bronze mirror he retrieved from the sea in a small shrine and invited the kami from Usa Jingu. The shrine was relocated to its current site in 1349. During the annual grand festival, the 'Sai-nobori' ritual, which boasts over 860 years of tradition, is performed.
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Blessings
Protection for shipbuilding and fishing, safe childbirth, warding off misfortune, family safety, business prosperity, and financial luck.
What visitors say
As the chief guardian deity of the entire Hikojima Island, it is widely worshipped as 'Koyasu Hachiman' for prayers regarding safe childbirth. Although the shrine buildings are not large in scale, the roofed gate (Romon) features an impressive design. Goshuin (calligraphic seal stamps) are available at the shrine office, and those from subsidiary shrines can also be obtained via direct writing. Visitors can enjoy seasonal flower arrangements at the water purification fountain (temizuya) in a tranquil setting.
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