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Yasukuni Jinja
Yasukuni Jinja brings together history, architecture and museums. The shrine was founded as Shokonsha in 1869 and renamed Yasukuni Jinja in 1879.
Why go
The shrine was founded as Shokonsha in 1869 and renamed Yasukuni Jinja in 1879. The grounds contain monumental torii, worship buildings and the Yushukan museum, whose interpretation reflects the… Seasonal festivals and rituals can alter access and make the grounds especially busy.
What to look for
The shrine was founded as Shokonsha in 1869 and renamed Yasukuni Jinja in 1879.
The grounds contain monumental torii, worship buildings and the Yushukan museum, whose interpretation reflects the…
Seasonal festivals and rituals can alter access and make the grounds especially busy.
Useful to know
Check Yasukuni Jinja’s official calendar before visiting because access can vary by date or season.
Review current exhibitions at Yasukuni Jinja first, then allow at least 75 minutes for a focused visit.
Your next visit
Estimated · Declared scenario and planning estimates; no live opening, weather, queue or booking service.
Outdoor visit · 30–45 min
World planning estimate; admission, opening, visit duration and access need checking.
