An autumn Hachiman ritual passed down at an old shrine on Mukōshima
Kamenomori Hachimangu Ohaki Ritual
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Season / frequency
- Oct
- Location
- Kamemori Hachimangu Shrine
- Area
- Hiroshima Prefecture・Onomichi City(From Tokyo: approx. 3 h 50 min–4 h 20 min · bullet train)Prefecture-level estimate to a main station or airport, not the venue. Airport access, check-in and onward travel are extra; remote areas and islands can take much longer.
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
A October ritual held at Kamenomori Hachimangu Shrine in Mukōshima-chō, Onomichi City. It is introduced as a local annual event alongside the history of the Hachimangu Shrine, which is said to date back to 770.
About Kamenomori Hachimangu Ohaki Ritual
The Kamenomori Hachimangu Ohaki Ritual is a festival held at Kamenomori Hachimangu Shrine in Mukōshima-chō, Onomichi City.
Kamenomori Hachimangu Shrine is said to have originated when a divided spirit from Usa Jingu in Buzen Province was enshrined here in 770.
On Mukōshima, the Ohaki Ritual is introduced as an October event, alongside the Tondo Festival in January.
Source: 向島・江府島
Location and access
- Venue and address
Kamenomori Hachimangu Shrine (723 Kaneyoshi, Mukōshima-chō, Onomichi City, Hiroshima 722-0073)
- Train and bus
A 15-minute walk (1.2 km) from Onomichi Station.
A 3-minute walk from Tajiri bus stop, or a 4-minute walk from Happytown or Tōsaibashi bus stop.
- By car
15 minutes by car from Onomichi Station.
- Parking
Parking is available for 2 standard cars.
Source: 亀森八幡神社 | 【公式】広島の観光・旅行情報サイト Dive! Hiroshima / ⛩亀森八幡神社｜広島県尾道市 - 八百万の神
Address 723 Kaneyoshi, Mukōshima-chō, Onomichi City, Hiroshima 722-0073
Dates and season
The 2026 Ohaki Ritual is scheduled for October 23 (Friday).
The venue is Kamenomori Hachimangu Shrine.
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Tips for your visit
As this ritual is held within the , comfortable clothing suitable for visiting the shrine and quiet observation are recommended.
Parking is listed as having space for 2 standard cars, so please keep the limited number of spaces in mind if you are driving.
Please follow local guidance about how to take part in the ritual and where to view it.
Nearby attractions
Mukōshima, where the venue is located, has attractions including Takami-yama and the Onomichi Bridge.
Takami-yama stands 283 m high and is described as a place where visitors can enjoy 360-degree views from the summit observation deck.
There is also a Pyrethrum Shrine within the grounds of Kamenomori Hachimangu Shrine, and the Pyrethrum Festival is held in May.
おのみち歴史博物館
広島県尾道市にある博物館
なかた美術館
広島県尾道市にある美術館
千光寺公園
広島県尾道市の公園
尾道市立美術館
広島県尾道市にある美術館
Origins and History of Kamenomori Hachimangu Ohaki Ritual
Kamenomori Hachimangu Shrine is said to have originated when a divided spirit from Usa Jingu in Buzen Province was enshrined here in 770.
The shrine lists the Tondo Festival in January, the Ohaki Ritual in October, and the Niiname-sai harvest festival in November among its annual events.
Official information
Kamenomori Hachimangu Shrine’s visitor information refers visitors to the external site “Ononavi.”
For details about how to take part in the festival and what to expect on the day, please check local notices or information from the shrine.
Kamenomori Hachimangu Ohaki Ritual at a Glance
The Kamenomori Hachimangu Ohaki Ritual is an October event at Kamenomori Hachimangu Shrine, a tradition in Mukōshima-chō, Onomichi City.
The shrine is said to have originated when a divided spirit from Usa Jingu was enshrined here in 770, linking it to the history of Mukōshima.
In 2026, it is scheduled for October 23 (Friday).
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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