Shinto shrineTokyo

Yasukuni Shrine

靖国神社

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The shrine began as Tokyo Shōkonsha in 1869 and was renamed Yasukuni Jinja in 1879.

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An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Honden Sanctuary
Sanctuary for the spirits enshrined at Yasukuni.
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Worship Hall
Hall before which visitors offer their prayers.
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Shinmon Gate
Gate bearing large chrysanthemum emblems on its doors.
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Purification Pavilion
Pavilion for cleansing hands and mouth before worship.
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Noh Theater
Stage for Noh, Japanese dance and other performances.
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Sanshūden Reception Hall
Reception and waiting facilities for formal shrine visits.
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Arrival Hall
Waiting hall originally built for visiting dignitaries.
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Yūshūkan Museum
Museum displaying historical materials and personal effects.
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Reijibo Hōanden
Repository for registers naming the enshrined spirits.
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Seisentei Tea House
Tea house beside the shrine garden.
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Senshintei Tea House
Tea house beside the shrine garden.
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Visitor Rest Area
Visitor facilities with restrooms and vending machines.
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Shinchi Garden
Strolling garden with a pond and rockwork waterfall.
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Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

The shrine gives an approximately five-minute walk from Kudanshita Station exit 1.

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