Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine
Shrine
A Shinto shrine situated along Hachiman-dori Street in Minamitori-machi, Kawagoe City. The temple was founded in 1030 by the samurai Minamoto no Yorinobu and is dedicated to Emperor Ojin. The temple's Chinowa Kuguri event, held from June 30, is also known as the Nagoshi no Oharae. A tradition dating back to the early Edo period, the event involves walking through a cogon grass ring to purify oneself.
Spot details
- Address
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Saitama Pref. Kawagoeshi Minamitorimachi 19-1
Map
- Area
- Around Kawagoe Area
- Phone
- 0492221396
- Hours
- 9:00-17:00
- Closed
- open everyday
- Fees
- [Admission fee]Free
- Parking Lot
-
Available(30spaces)
※Free - Credit Card
- Not available
- Wi-Fi
- Available
- Estimated stay time
- 30-60 minutes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Available
- Pet friendly
- Available
Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN