Mito Hachimangu
茨城県
Main hall built in 1573 is a National Important Cultural Property; the 800-year-old Ohatsuki Ginkgo with fruit on its leaves is a National Natural Monument
Founded
1573
Type
Shrine
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10 min by bus from JR Mito Station
8-54 Hachiman-cho, Mito, Ibaraki
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Overview
A Hachimangu shrine on an elevated site in Mito, revered by successive domain lords as Mito Castle's guardian shrine.
Enshrining Emperor Ojin (Homutawake), worshipped for lasting martial fortune, safe childbirth, and child-rearing.
The main hall built in 1573 is designated an Important Cultural Property.
The hall's carvings showcase Azuchi-Momoyama period ornate decoration, conveying the era's arc…
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Origins
Mito Hachimangu is traditionally said to have been founded in 1573 (Tensho 1) by the Edo clan, then lords of Mito Castle, who enshrined Emperor Ojin (Homutawake no Mikoto) as the principal deity. The main hall constructed in that year survives to this day, displaying the bold decorative carvings cha…
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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 "誉田別尊（応神天皇）"
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Visiting Information
Hours
Prayer (kigan) reception is available daily from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, no reservation required.
Admission
No admission fee listed; shrine grounds are freely accessible for worship
As of 2026-07-18. Subject to change.
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