Kadodehachimangu

Introduction to Kadode-hachimangu shrine

“Kadode” is a Japanese word meaning “departure”. This place is known as the site where Ushiwakamaru (Minamoto no Yoshitsune) prayed for safe travels before setting out on his journey. He won many battles with his unconventional strategies and is famous as a historical hero.

People who want to start something new come to pray here.

This deity uses doves as messengers. There are statues and paintings of doves scattered throughout the shrine grounds.

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