Hokkaido Gokoku Shrine
北海道護國神社
Hokkaido · Asahikawa
Gokoku National Protection
Gokoku-jinja
Shiga Gokoku Shrine
滋賀縣護國神社
/ Shiga Gokoku Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
10 min walk
Hours
9:00-17:00
Overview
Shiga Gokoku Shrine stands near Hikone Castle, enshrining the war dead from Shiga Prefecture. The shrine grounds offer views of Lake Biwa and the surrounding mountains.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
1876 [Meiji 9]
Prefectural gokoku shrine of Shiga, located near Hikone Castle.
📄
Documented
1876 Source: Government records
Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
Collective spirits of Shiga Prefecture residents who died in military service
Blessings
Shrine Network
Gokoku Prefectural gokoku shrine
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
35.2769, 136.2558
Physical Address
1-59 Osue-cho, Hikone-shi, Shiga
滋賀県彦根市尾末町1-59
Historical Province
Omi
Access
Hikone Station (JR Biwako Line)
10 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
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Shiga Gokoku Shrine?
Shiga Gokoku Shrine stands near Hikone Castle, enshrining the war dead from Shiga Prefecture. The shrine grounds offer views of Lake Biwa and the surrounding mountains.
Where is Shiga Gokoku Shrine located?
Shiga Gokoku Shrine is located in Hikone-shi, Shiga. The full address is: 1-59 Osue-cho, Hikone-shi, Shiga.