Shinto shrineKyoto

Iwashimizu Hachimangū

石清水八幡宮

Address: 八幡市八幡高坊30

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History

Shrine tradition traces its origin to Gyōkyō bringing Hachiman worship to Otokoyama in 859.

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Timeline

Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

859
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HeianAttributed tradition
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About the era labels

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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 Sanctuary
The principal shrine preserves the paired Hachiman roof form.
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Tower Gate
The tower gate faces the summit approach.
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Offering Hall
The offering hall stands before the main sanctuary.
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Dance Hall
The dance hall forms part of the central sacred group.
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Takeuchi Shrine Sanctuary
A separate subsidiary sanctuary stands within the enclosure.
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West Gate
The west gate opens through the inner enclosure.
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East Gate
The east gate opens through the inner enclosure.
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Visiting information

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

Getting there

The shrine is a five-minute walk from Hachimangū Sanjō cable station.

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Iwashimizu Hachimangū

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History

Timeline

Historical milestone

Explore the grounds

Main Sanctuary

Tower Gate

Offering Hall

Dance Hall

Takeuchi Shrine Sanctuary

West Gate

East Gate

Visiting information

Getting there