雪谷八幡神社

Yukigaya Hachiman Shrine

Japanese Name雪谷八幡神社
English NameYukigaya Hachiman Shrine
PrefectureTokyo
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityHachiman
Coordinates35.5967229, 139.6862862

⛩ AI-enriched content

About this Shrine

Located in the heart of Tokyo, Yukigaya Hachiman Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to the revered deity Hachiman, patron god of war and medicine. The shrine's serene gardens and tranquil atmosphere make it an ideal destination for those seeking solace and connection with nature. With its rich history dating back to the Heian period, the shrine has played a significant role in Japanese cultural heritage.

Cultural Significance

As one of the few shrines dedicated to Hachiman in Tokyo, Yukigaya Hachiman Shrine is also known for its association with the legendary Japanese warrior Minamoto no Yoshitsune, who is said to have consulted the god before battle. The shrine's annual Hachiman Matsuri festival honors the deity and features traditional dances, music, and offerings.

Enshrined Deities

Hachiman

Location

Spot an error?

This shrine data is sourced from OpenStreetMap. You can submit a correction or edit it on OpenStreetMap.

Shrine data © OpenStreetMap contributors, under the Open Database License.

Browse shrines by prefecture

Jump to Shinto shrines across Japan — 108 prefectures in our directory.

Japanese Culture Network

Japanese Wood Joints

Ancient joinery techniques of Japanese master craftsmen

ShrinePuzzle

Directory of Japanese board games and traditional games

Kohibou

Japanese coffee culture — kissaten, third wave and brewing guides

E2Japan

Explore Japan's landmarks, shrines and hidden locations

The 725 Club

SNES and Super Famicom collection tracker

Spaceship Adventures

Hoshi no Isan — a Japanese-aesthetic space RPG in development

Japan In Pixels

A pixel art map of Japanese culture — coming 2027

CSSKitsune

Japanese-aesthetic design tokens & AI-ready UI prompts

Shinto Wisdom app icon
Free App · No Ads · Offline

Shinto Wisdom Daily Practice

by 10k Game Studio

Every day, one teaching. One moment of stillness.
Kanji, meaning, and a quiet reflection — rooted in the philosophy behind Japan's forests, seasons, and sacred silences.

結び Musubi 清め Harae 自然 Shizen 間 Ma 誠 Makoto + 45 more
Get it on Google Play