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Hachiman (god of war)

NounAdverb

Definitions

1. Hachiman (god of war)
2. Hachiman shrine
3. certainly

This refers to Hachiman, a major deity in Japanese Shinto religion associated with war, archery, and the protection of Japan. It is also a common place name found throughout Japan, often in the names of shrines dedicated to this god.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

A neighborhood kid was writing a wish on an ema at the Hachiman shrine.

Sentence 2

This matter includes the findings of a survey regarding the cultural property designation of the Hachimangu shrine.

Sentence 3

Why are you suddenly praying to Hachiman for victory? That's not like you.

Sentence 4

The research team conducted a comparative analysis of regional differences in Hachiman worship.

Sentence 5

Along the way, I went around collecting goshuin stamps from Hachimangu shrines.