Hokkaido Gokoku Shrine
北海道護國神社
Hokkaido · Asahikawa
Gokoku National Protection
Gokoku-jinja
Hyogo Himeji Gokoku Shrine
兵庫縣姫路護國神社
/ Hyogo Himeji Gokoku Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 yen
Access
15 min walk
Hours
9:00-17:00
Overview
Hyogo Himeji Gokoku Shrine is located within the grounds of Himeji Castle, one of Japan's most famous castles and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It enshrines the war dead from the western part of Hyogo Prefecture.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
1938 [Showa 13]
Located within Himeji Castle grounds.
📄
Documented
1938 Source: Government records
Enshrined Deities
⛩
War Dead Hyogo
primary Deity
Blessings
Shrine Network
Gokoku Prefectural gokoku shrine (Himeji)
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
34.8389, 134.6939
Physical Address
118 Honmachi, Himeji-shi, Hyogo
兵庫県姫路市本町118
Access
Himeji Station (JR Sanyo Line)
15 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 Hyogo Himeji Gokoku Shrine?
Hyogo Himeji Gokoku Shrine is located within the grounds of Himeji Castle, one of Japan's most famous castles and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It enshrines the war dead from the western part of Hyogo Prefecture.
Where is Hyogo Himeji Gokoku Shrine located?
Hyogo Himeji Gokoku Shrine is located in Himeji-shi, Hyogo. The full address is: 118 Honmachi, Himeji-shi, Hyogo.