Hakodate Hachimangu
函館八幡宮
Hokkaido · Hakodate
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Tomioka Hachimangu
富岡八幡宮
Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 JPY
Access
5 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Overview
The birthplace of Edo-period professional sumo wrestling, this major Edo shrine hosted tournament bouts before dedicated arenas existed. The yokozuna stone monument listing every grand champion in history stands in the grounds. Also famous for the Fukagawa Hachiman Festival, one of Tokyo's three great festivals.
History
Founding
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Documented
1627 Enshrined Deities
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primary Deity
God of archery, war, and the protector of warriors; also guardian of the Japanese nation and the Imperial house
Blessings
Shrine Network
Hachiman branch
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
35.6720, 139.7983
Physical Address
1-20-3 Tomioka, Koto-ku, Tokyo
東京都江東区富岡1-20-3
Access
Monzen-Nakacho Station (Tokyo Metro Tozai Line)
5 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Tomioka Hachimangu?
The birthplace of Edo-period professional sumo wrestling, this major Edo shrine hosted tournament bouts before dedicated arenas existed. The yokozuna stone monument listing every grand champion in history stands in the grounds. Also famous for the Fukagawa Hachiman Festival, one of Tokyo's three great festivals.
Where is Tomioka Hachimangu located?
Tomioka Hachimangu is located in Koto-ku, Tokyo. The full address is: 1-20-3 Tomioka, Koto-ku, Tokyo.
What deities are enshrined at Tomioka Hachimangu?
The enshrined deities are: Hachiman Okami.