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Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine in the Castle Grounds

This working Shinto shrine stands within Hiroshima Castle grounds. A visit adds a quieter view of the city's memorial history to a walk around the castle.

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The shrine's history follows several shifts in Hiroshima's landscape: it was founded in 1868, later moved, destroyed in the 1945 bombing, and rebuilt in the castle grounds in 1965. That makes its present location part of the story, rather than just a convenient stop beside the castle.

Useful to know

Pair the shrine with Hiroshima Castle; both are in the castle grounds.
Expect an outdoor visit and prepare for rain or heat as the weather requires.

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