Yatsushiro-gū

Overview

Yatsushiro-gu is a Shinto shrine in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture. It is counted among the Fifteen Shrines of the Kenmu Restoration and enshrines Prince Kaneyoshi. Once ranked as an imperial shrine of the second rank, it is a shrine of distinguished standing tied closely to the region's history.

Highlights

• ●A shrine counted among the Fifteen Shrines of the Kenmu Restoration
• ●History linked to the enshrined Prince Kaneyoshi
• ●Grounds set within the nationally designated Yatsushiro Castle ruins
• ●The annual main festival on August 3

History

Yatsushiro-gu was founded in 1884 and enshrines Prince Kaneyoshi, who was active during the era of the Northern and Southern Courts. It is regarded as one of the Fifteen Shrines of the Kenmu Restoration, and its grounds lie within the nationally designated historic site of the Yatsushiro Castle ruins group, which includes the Furumoto, Mugishima, and Yatsushiro castle ruins.

Map

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Suggested itinerary

1. 1Head from central Yatsushiro toward Yatsushiro-gu
2. 2Pay respects at the shrine of former second-rank imperial standing
3. 3Stroll through the Yatsushiro Castle historic site
4. 4Explore the Matsue-jomachi area to feel Yatsushiro's history

Did you know?

💡 The enshrined deity, Prince Kaneyoshi, was an imperial prince who was active in Kyushu on the side of the Southern Court during the era of the Northern and Southern Courts. As the grounds fall within the Yatsushiro Castle historic site, a visit can be combined with a walk exploring the castle's history.

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