Nanyo Gokoku Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Kochi Prefecture dedicated to honoring the spirits of local soldiers who died in service to Japan. As a gokoku shrine, it serves as a memorial and place of worship for the war dead from the southern Shikoku region.
- Denomination
- Gokoku
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Spirits of war dead from the region
- Kami enshrined
- Spirits of war dead, Local soldiers who died in service
- Founding
- Meiji period
- Coordinates
- 33.2189693, 132.5635135
Visitor tip
Visitors should maintain a respectful demeanor when visiting, as this is primarily a memorial shrine honoring the war dead.
Cultural notes
Gokoku shrines form an important part of Japan's memorial culture, serving both religious and commemorative functions in honoring those who died in military service.
Historical note
This shrine was established as part of Japan's network of gokoku shrines, which were created to honor and memorialize soldiers who died in various conflicts including the Meiji Restoration wars, Sino-Japanese War, Russo-Japanese War, and subsequent military campaigns. The name 'Nanyo' refers to the southern region, reflecting its role in commemorating war dead from the southern part of Shikoku island.