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Wakamiya Hachimangu Shrine
横浜市南区 · Temples & Shrines
Wakamiya Hachimangu Shrine is a local guardian shrine situated on the Ooka hills in Minami Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, and is known for its history said to begin with Minamoto no Yoritomo and its links to the Kamakura period. The shrine enshrines Hachiman Okami and several other Japanese deities, and has long served as the general tutelary shrine for the Shimooka area and the surrounding eighteen towns, making it a center of worship for peace throughout the land and abundant harvests. The current shrine buildings were rebuilt in 1964 as a Hachiman-zukuri structure with copper-plated roofing; their vermilion color and hilltop setting create a solemn yet refreshing atmosphere for worship. In addition to ordinary visits, events such as the May Festival, the summer annual festival, and the New Year’s Eve festival are good opportunities to experience local festival culture.