Shinra Shrine

新羅神社

/ Shinra Jinja

Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 JPY
Access
20 min walk
Hours
Open daily

Overview

Shinra Shrine is a historic shrine of the Hachinohe area, associated with the Nanbu clan who ruled the region for centuries. It serves as one of the important shrines of the former Nanbu domain.

History

Founding

📜According to tradition
1218 [建保6年]

Founded by the Nanbu clan as their guardian shrine in the Hachinohe region.

Enshrined Deities

primary Deity

God of storms, the sea, and martial valor; also revered as a deity of plague prevention

Blessings

Shrine Network

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

40.5108, 141.4933

Physical Address

1-6-10 Choja, Hachinohe, Aomori

青森県八戸市長者1丁目6-10

Historical Province

Mutsu

Access

Hachinohe Station (JR Tohoku Shinkansen)

20 min walk

Hours

Open daily

Bus

Bus from Hachinohe Station

Best Times to Visit

summerautumn
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 Shinra Shrine?

Shinra Shrine is a historic shrine of the Hachinohe area, associated with the Nanbu clan who ruled the region for centuries. It serves as one of the important shrines of the former Nanbu domain.

Where is Shinra Shrine located?

Shinra Shrine is located in Hachinohe, Aomori. The full address is: 1-6-10 Choja, Hachinohe, Aomori.