Gokoku-jinja

Nagano Gokoku Shrine

長野縣護國神社

/ Nagano-ken Gokoku Jinja

Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
20 min walk
Hours
Dawn to dusk

Overview

Nagano Gokoku Shrine was established in November 1938 to enshrine the spirits of Nagano Prefecture natives who died in national service from the Meiji Restoration through the end of World War II. It was formally redesignated a Gokoku Shrine in March 1939, with the main hall completed in 1942. The shrine received an imperial visit from Emperor Showa and Empress Nagako in May 1964, and is located in Matsumoto City's Misuzu district.

History

Founding

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Documented
1938
1938

Founded as Nagano Prefecture Shokonsha (November 1938).

1939

Redesignated as Nagano Gokoku Shrine and officially approved by the Interior Ministry.

1964

Emperor Showa and Empress Nagako make an imperial visit.

Enshrined Deities

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Spirits of the War Dead
primary Deity

Collective spirits of soldiers and civilians who died in service of the nation, enshrined at prefectural Gokoku-jinja

Blessings

National Protection Peace

Shrine Network

Gokoku Prefectural gokoku shrine

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

36.2491, 137.9556

Physical Address

6-1 Misuzu, Matsumoto-shi, Nagano

長野県松本市美須々6-1

Historical Province

Shinano

Access

Matsumoto Station (JR)

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 Nagano Gokoku Shrine?

Nagano Gokoku Shrine was established in November 1938 to enshrine the spirits of Nagano Prefecture natives who died in national service from the Meiji Restoration through the end of World War II. It was formally redesignated a Gokoku Shrine in March 1939, with the main hall completed in 1942. The shrine received an imperial visit from Emperor Showa and Empress Nagako in May 1964, and is located in Matsumoto City's Misuzu district.

Where is Nagano Gokoku Shrine located?

Nagano Gokoku Shrine is located in Matsumoto-shi, Nagano. The full address is: 6-1 Misuzu, Matsumoto-shi, Nagano.