Kensha

Nanko Shrine

南湖神社

/ Nanko Jinja

Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 JPY
Access
30 min walk
Hours
Open daily

Overview

Nanko Shrine enshrines Matsudaira Sadanobu, the renowned daimyo who initiated the Kansei Reforms. Located beside Nanko Park, Japan's oldest public park created by Sadanobu himself, the shrine celebrates his legacy of wise governance and public welfare.

History

Founding

📜According to tradition
1922 [大正11年]

Founded to enshrine Matsudaira Sadanobu, the reformist daimyo of the Shirakawa domain and key figure in Edo-period politics.

📄
Documented
1922

Enshrined Deities

Matsudaira Sadanobu
primary Deity

Blessings

Shrine Network

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

37.1124, 140.1926

Physical Address

2 Sugou-tate, Shirakawa, Fukushima

福島県白河市菅生舘2

Access

Shirakawa Station (JR Tohoku Main Line)

30 min walk

Hours

Open daily

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 Nanko Shrine?

Nanko Shrine enshrines Matsudaira Sadanobu, the renowned daimyo who initiated the Kansei Reforms. Located beside Nanko Park, Japan's oldest public park created by Sadanobu himself, the shrine celebrates his legacy of wise governance and public welfare.

Where is Nanko Shrine located?

Nanko Shrine is located in Shirakawa, Fukushima. The full address is: 2 Sugou-tate, Shirakawa, Fukushima.