Kensha

Mama Hachimangu

葛飾八幡宮

/ Katsushika Hachimangu

Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 JPY
Access
10 min walk
Hours
Open daily

Overview

Katsushika Hachimangu features one of the most impressive giant ginkgo trees in the Kanto region, estimated to be over 1,200 years old and designated a national natural monument. The shrine has served the Ichikawa area since the Heian period.

History

Founding

📜According to tradition
889 [寛平元年]

Ancient Hachimangu with a 1,200-year-old ginkgo tree designated a national natural monument.

Enshrined Deities

Hondawake No Mikoto
primary Deity

Blessings

Shrine Network

Hachiman branch

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

35.7236, 139.9266

Physical Address

4-2-1 Yawata, Ichikawa, Chiba

千葉県市川市八幡4丁目2-1

Access

Motoyawata Station (JR Sobu Line)

10 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 Mama Hachimangu?

Katsushika Hachimangu features one of the most impressive giant ginkgo trees in the Kanto region, estimated to be over 1,200 years old and designated a national natural monument. The shrine has served the Ichikawa area since the Heian period.

Where is Mama Hachimangu located?

Mama Hachimangu is located in Ichikawa, Chiba. The full address is: 4-2-1 Yawata, Ichikawa, Chiba.