Yoshino Jingu
奈良県
Imperial shrine founded by Emperor Meiji to honor Go-Daigo — sacred ground of the Kenmu Restoration and the Southern Court
Founded
1892
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近鉄吉野神宮駅から徒歩20分
奈良県吉野郡吉野町吉野山3226
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Shrine
Founded 1892
134 years
Enshrined Deity
後醍醐天皇
Overview
State shrine founded in 1892 at Emperor Meiji's behest, enshrining Emperor Go-Daigo of the Southern Court to honor the Kenmu Restoration. Solemn cypress halls stand on a hilltop at Yoshino-yama's entrance, commanding views of Mt. Kongo and Mt. Katsuragi. The treasury preserves Southern Court relics. 20-minute walk from Kintetsu Yoshino Jingu Station.
Origins
Yoshino Jingu is a modern imperial shrine dedicated to Emperor Go-Daigo, sovereign of the Southern Court. After overthrowing the Kamakura shogunate in 1333 and launching his Kenmu Restoration, Go-Daigo came into conflict with Ashikaga Takauji and withdrew to Yoshino in 1336, establishing the Souther…
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Hours
8:30-17:00
Admission
Free
As of 2026-07-17. Subject to change.
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