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The history of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu can be traced back to the relationship between Yoritomo Minamoto and Hachiman kami.

Traditional culture that has been passed down from the samurai era to the present.

The development of Kamakura over time based on the histories of the Shinto shrines in the area.

Many important historical sites remain in and around Tsurugaoka Hachimangu.

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The shrine buildings and landmarks on the grounds of the temple, which remain barely changed, offer a sense of eternity.

This is a story of history, told through the many historical sites that remain outside the shrine grounds.

National treasures and important cultural properties that have been passed down within Tsurugaoka Hachimangu since the days of the samurai.

Natural scenery and seasonal festivals.

Prayers and Amulets

We conduct prayers for the fulfillment of your wishes.

These are rituals to celebrate and offer prayers of thanksgiving to people on various occasions in their lives, such as the Shichi-Go-San festival and Yakuyoke.

We pray for the fulfillment of your wishes and offer good luck charms.

Activities

The latest information about festivals, events, and news from the shrine.

Environmental, educational and cultural activities that we work on together with you.

Information on martial arts training, educational classes, religious organizations, and other groups and courses that anyone can participate in.

A guide to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu’s related facilities, including the Tsurugaoka kindergarten and Tsurugaoka Bunko.

Quarterly magazines and books that will help you better understand your faith and culture.

Activities

Offering of Food to the Kami

Every morning at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, we offer rice, sake, vegetables, fruits, and other offerings to Hachiman okami to pray for the prosperity of the Imperial Family and the nation. This ritual is called onikkusai, the offering itself is called shinsen, and the gathering to consecrate the daily offerings to the gods is called onikkukensenkou.
In addition to paying your respects to Hachiman okami, you will also be praying for the safety of your family and the health of your body. You may choose the date of the offering, and attend the ritual on that day. In addition, once a year, we will hold a onikkukensenkou festival for the shrine’s worshippers. Why don't you and your family attend the offering ritual in the early morning at the shrine hall on a special day such as your birthday or wedding anniversary?

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How to apply: If you would like to apply for the onikkukensenkou, we will send you an introduction. Please contact us by phone or email.

Date of participation

You may choose to attend the ritual on the following dates:

April 1 to March 31 of the following year
※Please note that we cannot accept applications for 1/1 and 9/15 due to special events at the shrine at these times.

Those who attend the offering may have breakfast with the priests after the onikkusai ritual. If you are unable to attend on the day of the service, after the dedication at the onikkusai, we will send you a prayer card and a small offering of food and drink. Please note that we will not be able to serve breakfast in the first half of January.

Prayers

On the offering day, we will not only offer your respects, but we will also pray for the safety of your family, the health of your body, and any other prayers you wish to offer.

Family safety, business prosperity, traffic safety, warding off evil, academic achievement, safety, good health, recovery from illness, good fortune, fulfillment of wishes, and company prosperity and more

Initial charge

10,000 yen per application

If you would like to apply for the onikkukensenkou, we will send you an introduction. Please contact us by email. Please feel free to contact us with any other questions you may have.
Kindly include your postal code and address in your message to speed up the process.

E-mail:international-affairs＠hachimangu.or.jp