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Osaki Hachimangu 大崎八幡宮

Checked October 2026 · next check January 2027 · On our list

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Visiting Osaki Hachimangu today

  • What it is: A shrine built 1604–1607 by Date Masamune; its black-lacquered, gold-trimmed hall is a National Treasure and the oldest surviving gongen-zukuri building.
  • Getting there: From Sendai Station West Exit, city bus from stops 10 or 15, or Loople Sendai from stop 16, to Osaki Hachimangu-mae; steps lead up to the shrine.
  • Hours: Grounds open daily.
  • Admission: Free.
  • Tip: On 14 January the Matsutaki Matsuri burns New Year decorations in a large sacred fire, drawing big crowds.
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Matsutaki Matsuri fire festival on 14 January.

Checked against: Oosaki Hachimangu Shrine (official) · Osaki Hachimangu – Sendai tourism (SenTabi). Check opening times and prices before you go.

Osaki Hachimangu on Shibuya246

We haven't been yet, so there are no photos here. The notes above come from official sources and are checked every quarter. Our own photos and story will appear here after we visit.