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- Towards History and Peace - Yasukuni Shrine
Towards History and Peace - Yasukuni Shrine
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The greatest attraction of this shrine is its historical weight and the beautiful scenery of the four seasons. The large torii gate at the entrance to the grounds overwhelms visitors with its size. In spring, it is known as a famous cherry blossom spot, with about 600 cherry trees in full bloom, and it is crowded with cherry blossom viewers. In addition, the Yushukan Museum displays the belongings of the war dead and weapons and weapons from that time, allowing you to learn more about Japan's modern history.
Yasukuni Shrine is not just a tourist spot, but a place where you can deeply feel Japanese history and culture, and the desire for peace. A tour of the Yushukan Museum will give you an opportunity to learn about the history of war and think deeply about peace.
Yasukuni Shrine is a very important place in Japanese history, and because of its nature, there are various opinions about it both in Japan and abroad. When visiting, you are asked to understand its historical background and act with respect. It is especially crowded with many people on special days such as the anniversary of the end of the war (August 15th).
March to October: 6:00-18:00
November to February: 6:00-17:00
[Closed days]
Open all year round
Yusyukan: Closed on some days in late June and late December
[Parking]
Paid (Yasukuni Shrine Parking)
[Access]
- 10 minutes walk from the west exit of Iidabashi Station on the JR Chuo Line and Sobu Line.
- 10 minutes walk from Ichigaya Station on the JR Chuo Line and Sobu Line.
- 5 minutes walk from Exit 1 of Kudanshita Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line, Hanzomon Line, and Toei Shinjuku Line.
- Category
- 千代田|Temple-shrine|神社
- Adress
- ⧉ 東京都千代田区九段北3丁目1−1 [View Map]
- Official Website
- ⧉ https://www.yasukuni.or.jp/
- TEL
- ⧉ 03-3261-8326 (from overseas: +81-3-3261-8326)
(Info may be outdated. Check official site or call for updates.)
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