Gokoku-jinja

Hyogo Himeji Gokoku Shrine

兵庫縣姫路護國神社

/ Hyogo Himeji Gokoku Jinja

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

Overview

Hyogo Himeji Gokoku Shrine is located within the grounds of Himeji Castle, one of Japan's most famous castles and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It enshrines the war dead from the western part of Hyogo Prefecture.

History

Founding

📜According to tradition
1938 [Showa 13]

Located within Himeji Castle grounds.

📄
Documented
1938

Source: Government records

Enshrined Deities

⛩
Spirits of the War Dead (Hyogo)
primary Deity

Collective spirits of Hyogo Prefecture residents who died in military service, enshrined at Hyogo Gokoku-jinja

Blessings

Peace National Protection

Shrine Network

Gokoku Prefectural gokoku shrine (Himeji)

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

34.8389, 134.6939

Physical Address

118 Honmachi, Himeji-shi, Hyogo

兵庫県姫路市本町118

Historical Province

Harima Province

Access

Himeji Station (JR Sanyo 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 Hyogo Himeji Gokoku Shrine?

Hyogo Himeji Gokoku Shrine is located within the grounds of Himeji Castle, one of Japan's most famous castles and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It enshrines the war dead from the western part of Hyogo Prefecture.

Where is Hyogo Himeji Gokoku Shrine located?

Hyogo Himeji Gokoku Shrine is located in Himeji-shi, Hyogo. The full address is: 118 Honmachi, Himeji-shi, Hyogo.