植田八幡社

Ueda Hachiman Shrine

Japanese Name植田八幡社
English NameUeda Hachiman Shrine
PrefectureGifu
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityEmperor Ojin (Hachiman)
TypeHachiman Shrine
Coordinates35.1298789, 136.9835528

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About this Shrine

Ueda Hachiman Shrine is a local Hachiman shrine in Gifu Prefecture dedicated to the deified Emperor Ojin and associated deities. As part of the extensive Hachiman shrine network throughout Japan, it serves as a center for community worship and traditional festivals, maintaining the characteristic features of Hachiman faith including prayers for military protection, success, and divine favor.

Cultural Significance

Hachiman shrines like Ueda Hachiman-sha represent one of Japan's most widespread shrine networks, with Hachiman being particularly revered as a protector deity and god of war. The worship of Emperor Ojin as Hachiman reflects the syncretic nature of Shinto, blending historical imperial reverence with divine worship.

Enshrined Deities

Emperor Ojin Empress Jingu Himegami

Location

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