Gokoku-jinja

Fukui Gokoku Shrine

福井県護国神社

/ Fukui Gokoku Jinja

Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
15 min walk
Hours
9:00-17:00

Overview

Fukui Gokoku Shrine is the prefectural gokoku shrine of Fukui, dedicated to the war dead from Fukui Prefecture. It serves as a place of remembrance and memorial services.

History

Founding

📜According to tradition
1941 [Showa 16]

Prefectural gokoku shrine of Fukui.

📄
Documented
1941

Source: Shrine records

Enshrined Deities

primary Deity

Collective spirits of Fukui Prefecture residents who died in military service

Blessings

Shrine Network

Gokoku Prefectural gokoku shrine

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

36.0694, 136.2178

Physical Address

2-13-8 Omiya, Fukui-shi, Fukui

福井県福井市大宮2丁目13-8

Historical Province

Echizen / Wakasa

Access

Fukui Station (JR Hokuriku Line)

15 min walk

Hours

9:00-17:00

Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is Fukui Gokoku Shrine?

Fukui Gokoku Shrine is the prefectural gokoku shrine of Fukui, dedicated to the war dead from Fukui Prefecture. It serves as a place of remembrance and memorial services.

Where is Fukui Gokoku Shrine located?

Fukui Gokoku Shrine is located in Fukui-shi, Fukui. The full address is: 2-13-8 Omiya, Fukui-shi, Fukui.