Yasugi Kiyomizu-dera Fujina Shrine
富田八幡宮
Shimane · Yasugi
Hachiman Protection
Kensha
Kameyama Shrine (Kure)
亀山神社
/ Kameyama Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
¥300
Access
10 min walk
Hours
24 hours
Overview
Kameyama Shrine has served as the guardian shrine of Kure, Japan's historic naval port. Since the Meiji era, naval officers regularly prayed here for safety at sea.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
703 [Taiho 3]
Guardian shrine of the former naval port city of Kure.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
The fifteenth legendary emperor; deified as Hachiman Okami, god of archery and war
⛩
secondary Deity
The fourteenth legendary emperor of Japan; consort of Empress Jingu and father of Emperor Ojin (Hachiman)
⛩
secondary Deity
Semi-legendary empress; deity of safe childbirth, maritime protection, and victory in battle
Blessings
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
34.2427, 132.5580
Physical Address
1-9-36 Shimizu, Kure, Hiroshima 737-0028
〒737-0028 広島県呉市清水1-9-36
Historical Province
Aki / Bingo
Access
Kure Station (JR Kure Line)
10 min walk
Hours
24 hours
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Kameyama Shrine (Kure)?
Kameyama Shrine has served as the guardian shrine of Kure, Japan's historic naval port. Since the Meiji era, naval officers regularly prayed here for safety at sea.
Where is Kameyama Shrine (Kure) located?
Kameyama Shrine (Kure) is located in Kure, Hiroshima. The full address is: 1-9-36 Shimizu, Kure, Hiroshima 737-0028.