Gokoku-jinja

Nara Gokoku Shrine

奈良縣護國神社

/ Nara Gokoku Jinja

Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
See details
Hours
9:00-17:00

Overview

Nara Gokoku Shrine enshrines the war dead from Nara Prefecture. The shrine is located in the Takabatake area of Nara, near several historic sites and temples.

History

Founding

📜According to tradition
1942 [Showa 17]

Prefectural gokoku shrine of Nara.

📄
Documented
1942

Source: Government records

Enshrined Deities

primary Deity

Collective spirits of Nara Prefecture residents who died in military service

Blessings

Shrine Network

Gokoku Prefectural gokoku shrine

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

34.6656, 135.8278

Physical Address

1984 Furuichi-cho, Nara-shi, Nara

奈良県奈良市古市町1984

Historical Province

Yamato

Access

Nara Station (JR Yamatoji Line)

Hours

9:00-17:00

Bus

Bus from Nara Station, about 10 minutes

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 Nara Gokoku Shrine?

Nara Gokoku Shrine enshrines the war dead from Nara Prefecture. The shrine is located in the Takabatake area of Nara, near several historic sites and temples.

Where is Nara Gokoku Shrine located?

Nara Gokoku Shrine is located in Nara-shi, Nara. The full address is: 1984 Furuichi-cho, Nara-shi, Nara.