Inori no Mori祈りの杜working title

Shinto shrine

Ōsaki Hachimangū

大崎八幡宮(おおさきはちまんぐう)

Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture

A Hachiman shrine revered as the chief guardian shrine of Sendai. Its shrine buildings, associated with Date Masamune, convey a history of prayer and architecture.

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 kami: Emperor Ōjin, Empress Jingū and Emperor Chūai

History and things to know

According to the official guide, the enshrined kami are Emperor Ōjin, Empress Jingū and Emperor Chūai. The main shrine building is designated a National Treasure, and the precincts also contain auxiliary shrines that have shared in the history of faith in Hachiman.

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)

How to visit a shrine or a temple: one example

Sources (in Japanese)

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