Morioka Hachimangu Shrine

Shrine

4.0

Morioka City / Shizukuishi Town / KoiwaiArea

Morioka Hachimangu Shrine was built in 1680 by the 29th feudal lord Shigenobu Nambu. The god enshrined here has been revered by the locals since ancient times as the god for the roots of human life which include farming, industry, commerce, learning and the other basics of life. Many people know about the various festivals held throughout the year including the Dashi-gyoji (float) Festival and Yabusame Jinji (a horseback archery ritual).

Spot details

Address: Iwate Pref. Moriokashi Hachimanchou 13-1 Map
Area: Morioka City / Shizukuishi Town / Koiwai Area
Phone: 0196525211
Hours: 9:00-17:00
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Worship fee] Free
Parking Lot: Available(200spaces)
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Vegetarian Menu: Available
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Average budget: [Lunch] 10,000 yen or more
[Night] 10,000 yen or more
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Yes (please let us know in advance)
Infant friendly: Available
Pet friendly: Yes (Grounds only)

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

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Review

Edge of central Morioka

Reviewed : 2023.05.14

Walk about 20 minutes from the castle park to find this imposing shrine on a small hill. “Fishing” for a fortune was amusing (I won’t spoil it). Excellent modern restroom a surprise.
Beautiful, cultural experience

Reviewed : 2019.09.02

We had the privilege of having a tea ceremony and dressing up in yukatas while visiting the shrine. It is a very spiritual and beautiful place and the ceremony and wearing of the costume was fabulous...
A surprise

Reviewed : 2019.08.18

I did not plan to go to this temple as it is not often mentioned in travel guides. On the day I went there, I walked along the shopping street and saw a temple at the far end. It seemed to be very...