大衡八幡神社

Japanese Name大衡八幡神社
PrefectureMiyagi
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityHachiman
Coordinates38.4626775, 140.8786696

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About this Shrine

Located in the city of Sendai, great-harmony-eight-bends-taikaishinsha shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Taikakushi Hachiman, the deity of war and medicine. The shrine's name reflects its founding in 718 during the Taika Reforms, when the emperor ordered the reorganization of the imperial households and the reestablishment of the traditional shrine system.

Cultural Significance

As a major Shinto shrine in Miyagi Prefecture, great-harmony-eight-bends-taikaishinsha shrine is closely tied to local folklore and mythology. It is said that the shrine's Hachiman deity has healing powers for those suffering from the plague or other illnesses.

Enshrined Deities

Taikakushi Hachiman Fudo Myoo

Location

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