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Matsue Gokoku Shrine

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Matsue Gokoku Shrine

〒690-0887 島根県松江市殿町1−15

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Located at the site of Matsue Castle, this Gokoku Shrine enshrines war dead from the former Izumo and Oki provinces who sacrificed their lives during national crises following the Meiji Restoration.

History

The shrine enshrines over 22,000 war dead from the former Izumo and Oki provinces who died in national crises after the Meiji Restoration. It was founded and established in 1939 CE (Showa 14) as Matsue Rekotsu Shrine, but changed its name to Matsue Gokoku Shrine in April of the same year. After World War II, it was known as Shimane Shrine, but reverted to its original name in 1953 CE (Showa 28).

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What visitors say

Located behind Matsue Castle, this shrine offers a solemn atmosphere in a quiet setting. The grounds are accessible (barrier-free), and banners inscribed with 'Great Victory' are displayed at the shrine buildings. Goshuin (calligraphic seal stamps) may be provided as pre-written copies, and limited-edition Goshuin notebooks are available.

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