Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Kanpei-taisha
Yoshino Shrine
吉野神宮
/ Yoshino Jingu
Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 yen
Access
20 min walk
Hours
9:00-17:00
Overview
Yoshino Shrine enshrines Emperor Go-Daigo, the sovereign who attempted to restore direct imperial rule in the Kenmu Restoration and later established the Southern Court at Yoshino. The shrine stands on Yoshino Mountain, famous for its 30,000 cherry trees, near the site of the Southern Court's imperial palace.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
1889 [Meiji 22]
Enshrines Emperor Go-Daigo, who established the Southern Court at Yoshino.
📄
Documented
1889 Source: Imperial decree
Enshrined Deities
⛩
Emperor Go Daigo
primary Deity
Blessings
Shrine Network
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
34.3744, 135.8556
Physical Address
3226 Yoshinoyama, Yoshino-cho, Yoshino-gun, Nara
奈良県吉野郡吉野町吉野山3226
Access
Yoshinojingu Station (Kintetsu Yoshino Line)
20 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 Yoshino Shrine?
Yoshino Shrine enshrines Emperor Go-Daigo, the sovereign who attempted to restore direct imperial rule in the Kenmu Restoration and later established the Southern Court at Yoshino. The shrine stands on Yoshino Mountain, famous for its 30,000 cherry trees, near the site of the Southern Court's imperial palace.
Where is Yoshino Shrine located?
Yoshino Shrine is located in Yoshino-gun, Yoshino-cho, Nara. The full address is: 3226 Yoshinoyama, Yoshino-cho, Yoshino-gun, Nara.