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Himure Hachimangu

Shiga · Omihachiman · Shrines & Temples

Japanese name: 日牟禮八幡宮

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Himure Hachimangu
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WHAT TO DOHimure Hachimangu

It drew the faith of the Omi merchants, and is known for the fire festivals of Sagicho and the Hachiman festival.

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Koto · Omihachiman

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It drew the faith of the Omi merchants, and is known for the fire festivals of Sagicho and the Hachiman festival.

About this place

Himure Hachiman-gū (日牟禮八幡宮) is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Ōmihachiman, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. The city is named after this shrine, and it is located within the Omihachiman City Traditional Buildings Preservation Area. The shrine has two main festivals, the Sagichō Matsuri (左義長まつり) and the Hachiman Matsuri (八幡まつり) which are both designated National Intangible Folk Cultural Properties.

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Founded:131 (traditional) Blessings:Business prosperity

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