The origin of Yasukuni Shrine is the Shokonsha, which was established in 1869 by the will of Emperor Meiji.

It enshrines those who died to protect the country, from patriots of the late Edo period to those who died in the Great War.

The shrine grounds have a specimen cherry tree for Tokyo designated by the Tokyo District Meteorological Observatory, and it has long been known as a famous place for cherry blossoms.

During the cherry blossom season from late March to early April, many events such as “Honno Yozakura Noh” (Night Cherry Blossom Noh Dedication) and “Honno Geino” (Performing Arts Dedication) are held, and many worshippers visit.

The “Yozakura Mode” (Night Cherry Blossom Visit) will be held from Thursday, March 27th to Saturday, March 29th, 2025.

At the “Yozakura Mode,” which has been held continuously since 2023, the gates of the Shinmon (Main Gate), which are usually closed at night, will be opened, and visitors can view the illuminated night cherry blossoms from the Shinmon.

You can enjoy the fantastic scenery of the shrine buildings and cherry blossoms harmonizing beyond the Shinmon.

Kitchen cars will be open in the Outer Garden Rest Area from Friday, March 14th to Sunday, April 6th, 2025.

・Sunday, March 23rd

Rakugo (Japanese storytelling) and violin comedy will be performed at the shrine’s Noh theater as a dedicated performance.

・Monday, April 14th

“Honno Ozumo” (Dedicated Grand Sumo) will be held at the shrine’s sumo ring.

・Thursday, April 3rd, Friday, April 4th

“Honno Yozakura Noh” (Night Cherry Blossom Noh Dedication) will be performed at the Yasukuni Shrine Noh theater, said to be the oldest in Tokyo.

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