Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Kanpei-chusha
Kanegasaki Shrine
金崎宮
/ Kanegasaki-gu
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
20 min walk
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Overview
Kanegasaki-gu in Tsuruga, Fukui Prefecture, is one of the Kenmu Chuko Fourteen Shrines established by imperial decree in 1890 to honor loyalist heroes of the 14th-century Kenmu Restoration. It enshrines Prince Takauji (Tsuneyo Shinno) and Prince Yoshiakira (Takaaki Shinno), who died defending the imperial cause at Kanegasaki Castle in 1336. The shrine is popularly known as the "Shrine of Love and Success" because the princes died together rather than surrender, and it attracts many visitors seeking blessings for love and perseverance.
History
Founding
📄
Documented
1890 Source: Founded in Meiji 23
1336
Princes Takaaki and Tsuneyo fell at Kanegasaki Castle, defending the imperial cause against the Ashikaga.
1890
Kanegasaki-gu established by imperial decree to honor the fallen princes.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
⛩
Blessings
Shrine Network
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
35.6639, 136.0753
Physical Address
1-4 Kanegasaki-cho, Tsuruga-shi, Fukui
福井県敦賀市金ヶ崎町1-4
Historical Province
Echizen / Wakasa
Access
Tsuruga Station (JR Hokuriku Line)
20 min walk
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Best Times to Visit
spring (cherry blossoms)
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 Kanegasaki Shrine?
Kanegasaki-gu in Tsuruga, Fukui Prefecture, is one of the Kenmu Chuko Fourteen Shrines established by imperial decree in 1890 to honor loyalist heroes of the 14th-century Kenmu Restoration. It enshrines Prince Takauji (Tsuneyo Shinno) and Prince Yoshiakira (Takaaki Shinno), who died defending the imperial cause at Kanegasaki Castle in 1336. The shrine is popularly known as the "Shrine of Love and Success" because the princes died together rather than surrender, and it attracts many visitors seeking blessings for love and perseverance.
Where is Kanegasaki Shrine located?
Kanegasaki Shrine is located in Tsuruga-shi, Fukui. The full address is: 1-4 Kanegasaki-cho, Tsuruga-shi, Fukui.