noun
Hachiman, god of war and archery
Shinto deity associated with archery and warriors; the name literally combines 'bow and arrow' (弓矢) with 'Hachiman' (八幡).
弓矢八幡は武士の守護神として信仰された。
Yumiya Hachiman was worshipped as the guardian deity of warriors.
Hachiman as a general Shinto deity; 弓矢八幡 specifically emphasizes the aspect as god of war and archery.
Compound of 弓矢 (yumiya, 'bow and arrow') and 八幡 (Hachiman, the name of a major Shinto deity). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the name reflects Hachiman's association with archery and martial prowess.