Shinto shrineIwate

Morioka Hachimangū

盛岡八幡宮

Address: 岩手県盛岡市八幡町13-1

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History

Nanbu Shigenobu established the shrine in 1680. The present shrine building was rebuilt in December 1997.

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Timeline

Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

1997
Reconstruction
HeiseiRecorded event
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About the era labels

Browse places by founding, rebuilding, and other events in each historical era.

Explore the grounds

An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Main Shrine Hall
Vermilion central hall dedicated to Emperor Ōjin.
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Iwate Gokoku Shrine
Precinct shrine commemorating Iwate’s war dead.
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Visiting information

Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

Access & etiquette

Professional photographers require a permit application submitted at least one week beforehand. Unauthorized commercial photography is prohibited; ordinary personal snapshots are not tightly restricted.