Sagara Gokoku Shrine, surrounded by nature

This shrine enshrines the Sagara family, who built Hitoyoshi Castle and ruled the area as feudal lords for about 700 years during the Sengoku period. It is located in a corner of the Hitoyoshi Castle ruins. Crossing the stone bridge, the beautiful palace ruins garden spreads out before you. Various stones that would have been used at key points in history, such as the Chikaraishi stone that broke down the Otemon Gate, are also preserved. This is a historical spot recommended for sightseeing in Hitoyoshi. [Name] Sagara Gokoku Shrine [Location] 35-1 Fumotomachi, Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture [Access] About 20 minutes on foot from JR Hitoyoshi Station, about 10 minutes by car from Hitoyoshi IC [Fee] Free [Parking] Available (parking lot at Hitoyoshi Castle ruins/free) Visit date: November 2023 #Sakura2024 #Domestic travel #Tourism #Travel #Hitoyoshi #Kumamoto #Prayer #Historical sites #Travel to experience historical culture #Places that feel history #Temples and shrines