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八坂神社

Japanese Name八坂神社
PrefectureShiga
ReligionShinto
Coordinates35.3710454, 136.2992178

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About this Shrine

Located in the city of Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, Eight Sakyamani Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to Sakyamuni Buddha, revered by both Buddhists and Shinto practitioners alike. The shrine's name refers to its eight majestic stone statues, known as 'sakyamani,' believed to possess sacred powers. Visitors can purify themselves with holy water from the statue's mouth before proceeding to pray for good fortune, health, and prosperity.

Cultural Significance

While primarily a Buddhist temple, Eight Sakyamani Shrine is also revered by Shinto practitioners for its association with the kami of Hikone. The shrine's unique blend of Buddhist and Shinto traditions reflects the region's cultural diversity and syncretism.

Enshrined Deities

Sakyamuni

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To purify your hands before praying, dip them into the holy water from the sakyamani statues' mouths, then rinse with tap water to activate the purification process.

History

The shrine was originally founded during the Sengoku period (1467-1603 CE), and has since been rebuilt several times, most notably after the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923.

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