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Enjoy Nasu with Kaori. — This page introduces Nogi Jinja, also known for its cherry blossom avenue.

Nogi Jinja

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This shrine is dedicated to General Nogi, an important figure in Japanese history.
In spring, the approach to the shrine becomes a beautiful cherry blossom avenue and many people visit.
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This shrine enshrines General Nogi, a historic figure who played an important role in Japan.

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The wooden shrine buildings have an elegant atmosphere, similar to visiting historic temples in Kyoto.

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When you visit a shrine, you first purify your hands at the chozuya (water basin).

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General Nogi is known for many stories, such as losing the regimental flag and the hard battle of 203 Meter Hill in the Russo-Japanese War.

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You can also see his beloved horse Shingari-go here.
General Nogi was famous for his deep love of horses.
His other favorite horses included Ju-go, Haku-go, Todoro-go, Ei-go and Rai-go.

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In front of Nogi Jinja flows the Hikinuma irrigation canal, an important canal dug in the Edo period.
Its rich water flow today reminds visitors of the pioneering days of the Nasu-no-hara plain.


(Kaori’s Highlights)

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The road leading to Nogi Jinja becomes a wonderful tunnel of cherry blossoms in spring and many people come to see it.
I would like to come back again during that season.

▼ Contact Information


[Phone] +81-287-36-1194


[Address] 795 Ishibayashi, Nasushiobara City, Tochigi


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