Mōri Takachika
毛利敬親
Last daimyo of Choshu domain (1819–1871); key figure in the Meiji Restoration; enshrined in Yamaguchi
About
Mōri Takachika (1819–1871) was the thirteenth and last daimyo of Choshu domain (Yamaguchi Prefecture). He supported the sonnō jōi movement and the Meiji Restoration, allowing his domain to become one of the two main forces (along with Satsuma) that overthrew the Tokugawa shogunate. He is enshrined at Mōri Jinja in Hagi (Yamaguchi).
Shrines Dedicated to This Deity
| Shrine | Prefecture | Network Role |
|---|---|---|
| Noda Shrine 野田神社 | Yamaguchi |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is Mōri Takachika in Japanese mythology?
Mōri Takachika (毛利敬親) is Last daimyo of Choshu domain (1819–1871); key figure in the Meiji Restoration; enshrined in Yamaguchi. This deity appears in Historical and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.
What shrines are dedicated to Mōri Takachika?
There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Mōri Takachika, including Noda Shrine.
What myths involve Mōri Takachika?
Mōri Takachika appears in myths from Historical. The deity is known as Last daimyo of Choshu domain (1819–1871); key figure in the Meiji Restoration; enshrined in Yamaguchi.