Sapporo Gokoku Jinja

Sapporo Gokoku Jinja is a shrine that enshrines the spirits of the war dead who sacrificed their precious lives to protect the nation. It was created to comfort the spirits of those who fell in war and to transmit their achievements to posterity, and has become a spiritual support for Sapporo citizens. Located in a quiet corner of Chuo Ward, it is also known as a famous cherry blossom site. When spring arrives, the cherry blossoms that adorn the grounds bloom gloriously with wishes for peace and gratitude toward the war dead. It is a shrine of special significance where many people visit while feeling the importance of peace.