靖国神社 · Chiyoda, Tokyo · japan

Yasukuni Jinja

Name: Yasukuni Jinja
Address: 3-1-1 Kudankita, Chiyoda, Tokyo 102-8246, Japan, Chiyoda, Tokyo, Kanto, JP

Yasukuni Jinja is a controversial shrine that enshrines the spirits of those who died while serving in the Imperial Japanese Army. Established in 1869, the shrine is a focal point of war remembrance and commemorates over 2.5 million individuals. The site includes a museum dedicated to the military history of Japan and emphasizes the honor of service and sacrifice.

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Controversial national war memorial