Daiho Hachimangu
茨城県
Kanto's oldest Hachimangu founded in 701, with a nationally designated main hall from 1577 and fame as a good-luck lottery power spot
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701
Type
Shrine
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3 min walk from Daiho Station
667 Daiho, Shimotsuma, Ibaraki
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Overview
Kanto's oldest Hachimangu shrine in Shimotsuma, founded in 701 CE according to tradition.
Enshrining Emperor Ojin as main deity, revered for lasting martial fortune and competitive success.
The name 'Daiho' derives from its founding in the year the Taiho Code was established, and it is known for good luck blessings.
Famous for lottery-winning prayers, many people visit annually bringing jumbo lott…
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Origins
Founded in 701 CE when Fujiwara no Tokitada invited a divided spirit from Usa Hachimangu.
Founded in the memorable year the Taiho Code was established, from which the name 'Daiho' derives.
As Kanto's oldest Hachimangu, it has gathered warrior devotion.
During the Taira no Masakado rebellion (935-940…
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Divine Benefits
Martial Fortune
Safe Childbirth & Fertility
Career Advancement
Victory in contests, sports, and critical challenges. Rooted in warrior-deity shrines such as Hachiman and Suwa.
Derived from the enshrined deity "誉田別命（応神天皇）"
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