This is a shrine dedicated to the more than 90,000 dead from the war. The symbol of the carp has a deep connection with Hiroshima and can be seen everywhere. During the 3 days of the New Year’s holidays when the Hatsumode (first prayers of the New Year) celebrations take place, 600,000 people visit this shrine, making it the most prominent in the Chugoku area. See more details
Business Hours | Everyday |
Price | FREE |
Address | Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine, 21-2 Motomachi Naka-ku Hiroshima-shi, Hiroshima See map |
Telephone | 082-221-5590 |
Website | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroshima_Gokoku_Shrine |
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