Usa Jingu
The head shrine of all 40,000 Hachiman shrines. The striking vermilion contrast.
The grand head shrine of the Hachiman network, the most numerous type of shrine in Japan. It is a massive complex with a unique architectural style called 'Hachiman-zukuri' and a history entwined with Buddhism.
神社歷史緣起
Established in the Nara period (8th century), Usa Jingu played a crucial role in the development of 'Shinbutsu Shugo' (syncretism of Buddhism and Shinto). The Hachiman deity was the first kami to be given the title of 'Wait Bosatsu' (Great Bodhisattva).
It was deeply respected by the Imperial Court and the Minamoto samurai clan, spreading Hachiman worship throughout Japan.
御祭神
境內看點
The vast grounds contain the Upper Shrine (Kaminomiya) and Lower Shrine (Shimomiya). The vermilion-lacquered main hall is a National Treasure and the prototype of Hachiman architecture.
The 'Meoto Iwa' (Husband and Wife Rocks) and the giant camphor tree (800 years old) are power spots. If you find two triangular paving stones at the Upper Shrine, verify their luck!
重大祭典
The 'Hojyo-e' (Release of Living Beings) festival originated here, combining Buddhist compassion (releasing captive fish/birds) with Shinto rituals.
護持贊助 Usa Jingu
您的參與將成為這座神聖殿堂傳承世代的重要力量。數位賽錢將全數運用於全日本各神社的文化保存與修繕維護。
奉納賽錢，代表您融入了全球崇敬日本精神傳統的社群，攜手守護數百年來代代相傳的珍貴文化遺產。