Terukuni Shrine
照國神社
/ Terukuni Jinja
Overview
Enshrining the visionary Satsuma lord Shimazu Nariakira — who pioneered Japan's industrialization and photography before the Meiji Restoration — Terukuni Shrine sits in central Kagoshima with views of Sakurajima volcano. The July Rokugatsudo festival fills the city with thousands of lanterns.
History
Founding
Enshrines Shimazu Nariakira — the visionary Satsuma lord who drove Japan's modernization.
Enshrined Deities
28th lord of Satsuma domain (1809–1858); reformist daimyo who modernized Satsuma's industry; patron of the Meiji Restoration pioneers
Blessings
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
31.5897, 130.5508
Physical Address
19-35 Terukuni-cho, Kagoshima, Kagoshima 892-0841
〒892-0841 鹿児島県鹿児島市照国町19-35
Historical Province
Satsuma Province
Access
Tenmonkan-dori Station (Kagoshima City Tram)
Hours
24 hours
Best Times to Visit
Accessibility
Accessible
Official Website
https://www.terukunijinja.jp/Why This Shrine
Central Kagoshima shrine honoring the visionary lord who pioneered Japan's modernization.
Learn More About Shinto Shrines
Background reading for visitors and pilgrims.
Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Terukuni Shrine?
Enshrining the visionary Satsuma lord Shimazu Nariakira — who pioneered Japan's industrialization and photography before the Meiji Restoration — Terukuni Shrine sits in central Kagoshima with views of Sakurajima volcano. The July Rokugatsudo festival fills the city with thousands of lanterns.
Where is Terukuni Shrine located?
Terukuni Shrine is located in Kagoshima, Kagoshima. The full address is: 19-35 Terukuni-cho, Kagoshima, Kagoshima 892-0841.