Large torii gate. The size is noticeable in comparison with the people on the bottom.

Large torii gate. The size is noticeable in comparison with the people on the bottom. (Photo: Eitetsu Terakado)

Osaki Hachimangu

The oldest surviving Azuchi-Momoyama building

Eitetsu Terakado Jul 07, 2013 - 1 min read

Large torii gate. The size is noticeable in comparison with the people on the bottom.

Staircase surrounded by nature

Offerings for the gods

Hay ring for chinowa-kuguri

Space for car purification

Painting of a mounted archer

Old bow and arrow

Special bamboo display for the Tanabata summer festival

Dragon that looks like it's smiling

Mikoshi (portable shrine)

Take the sightseeing bus, the Loople Sendai from the Sendai Station, for 50 minutes and you will arrive at Osaki Hachiman-gu. It was established in 1607 by Date Masamune. The main shrine is designated as a National Treasure, being one of the oldest examples of Azuchi-Momoyama period architecture. The shrine is popular among locals and tourists for bringing good fortune, victory, and safe childbirth.

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Eitetsu Terakado

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