The Shrine Mito-Hachiman-Gu is originally located in Mito-city.The shrine Mito-Hachiman-Gu which is dedicated to Emperor Oujin, Empress Jingu and Himeno-Ookami.The Honden keeps a gorgeous architectural style.It was designated as a nationally important cultural property which was built at the Azuchi-Momoyama period. Inside the shrine grounds, there is a unique ginkgo tree (Ohatsuki-Icho) which produce berries on a leaf. Besides, it is estimated to be over 700 years old.
Address | 8-54, Hachiman-cho, Mito-city |
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Directions | •By Train or Bus: Take the bus at No. 7 at the North exit of Mito Station, toward Suehiro-cho until Sakae-cho 2-chome. ※For how long: about 15min. ※The fare: 170yen •By Car: It takes about 20min from Mito IC / Jyoban expressway. ※Free parking area is available. |
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Price | Free of charge. |
Closed | Opens throughout the year. |
Contact | Tel:029 221 5327 at the Mito-Hachiman-Gu. |
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