Shinto shrine
Asahiyama Jinja
旭山神社（あさひやまじんじゃ）
Nishi Ward, Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture
A shrine on a small hill in Koi, Nishi Ward, Hiroshima, affectionately called “Koi no Miya.” It enshrines Empress Jingū and Emperor Ōjin along with three goddesses.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Enshrined deities: Empress Jingū, Emperor Ōjin, Ichikishimahime no Kami, Tagitsuhime no Kami, Tagorihime no Kami
History and things to know
According to the shrine's tradition, the date of its founding is unknown. It is said that when Empress Jingū rested on this cape, local people offered her carp (koi), and this is the origin of the place name Koi. It is also said that in Kōji 1 (1555) Mōri Motonari prayed here for victory on his way to the Battle of Itsukushima and named it Asahiyama Hachimangū after the morning sun. The blast of the atomic bomb knocked down the shrine buildings, but they escaped burning.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Related kami and buddhas
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 旭山神社「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-22 確認）
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