Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Kanpei-chusha
Fujishima Shrine
藤島神社
/ Fujishima Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
20 min walk
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Overview
Fujishima Jinja in Fukui City enshrines Nitta Yoshisada (1301–1338), the loyal general who raised the imperial banner at Fujishima in his final battle against the Ashikaga forces. He is venerated as a model of samurai loyalty and military valor. The shrine was established in 1870 and formally opened in 1876, designated as one of the Kenmu Chuko Fourteen Shrines. It stands near the site where Yoshisada reportedly fell in battle.
History
Founding
📄
Documented
1876 Source: Founded in Meiji 9
1338
Nitta Yoshisada falls in battle at Fujishima, cementing his legend as a loyal retainer.
1870
Shrine founding project initiated by Meiji government to honor loyal southern court retainers.
1876
Shrine building completed and formally dedicated to Nitta Yoshisada.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
Warrior (1301–1338) who overthrew the Kamakura shogunate for Emperor Go-Daigo; threw sword into the sea to part the waves at Inamuragasaki
Blessings
Shrine Network
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
36.0567, 136.2117
Physical Address
3-8-21 Keya, Fukui-shi, Fukui
福井県福井市毛矢3丁目8-21
Historical Province
Echizen / Wakasa
Access
Fukui Station (JR Hokuriku Line)
20 min walk
Hours
Dawn to dusk
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 Fujishima Shrine?
Fujishima Jinja in Fukui City enshrines Nitta Yoshisada (1301–1338), the loyal general who raised the imperial banner at Fujishima in his final battle against the Ashikaga forces. He is venerated as a model of samurai loyalty and military valor. The shrine was established in 1870 and formally opened in 1876, designated as one of the Kenmu Chuko Fourteen Shrines. It stands near the site where Yoshisada reportedly fell in battle.
Where is Fujishima Shrine located?
Fujishima Shrine is located in Fukui-shi, Fukui. The full address is: 3-8-21 Keya, Fukui-shi, Fukui.