The wandering swordsman, Rurouni Kenshin, also visited and it was because of this shrine that a place's name was decided

⛩️ Himure Hachimangu Shrine ⛩️ Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture 🔸Located at the center of Shiga Prefecture, it has been protecting the region (formerly known as 'Omi') since ancient times. It has always been a place where Omi merchants come to pray, affectionately known as 'Hachiman-sama'. Hence, this nickname 'Hachiman' also became the origin of the local place name. 🔹After the regional reorganization in Showa 29 (1954), the name was continued as Omihachiman. 'Himure Hachimangu Shrine' holds a very important position for the locals. 🔸It is worth mentioning that one romantic scene from the movie 'Rurouni Kenshin: The Final' where Kaoru holds an umbrella for Kenshin in the rain was filmed at 'Himure Hachimangu Shrine'. 🎬 🔹The Omi Hachiman Sagicho Festival in March and the Hachiman Festival in April are also quite grand. 📍Detailed address: 257 Miyauchicho, Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture 🚉Transportation tips: Take the JR Biwako Line 🚄 to 'Omihachiman Station' and transfer to a bus 🚌 to 'Osugicho' (about 7 minutes)