Oshio Hachiman Shrine is a quiet historic shrine in Echizen with origins traditionally traced to 887. The story links it to Kino Tomonaka, who is said to have founded the shrine in gratitude after being cleared of false charges and allowed to return from exile.
The shrine is protected as an Important Cultural Property, making it a worthwhile detour for visitors interested in Echizen's older religious sites beyond the city's craft villages.