[2025 Ako Attraction] Travel Guide for Akooishi Shrine (Updated Apr)

At Akaho Oishi Shrine in Japan, I deeply felt the strong spirit of loyalty and historical atmosphere here. This shrine was built to commemorate the Akaho righteous man and witnessed a touching legend of loyalty and righteousness in Japanese history. I took nineteen photographs, attempting to capture the beauty and majesty of this sacred place. Walking through the grounds of Oishi Shrine, I was struck by the exquisite architecture and peaceful atmosphere. There are many statues and inscriptions in the shrine commemorating the Akaho righteous men, showing their loyalty and bravery. Every detail made me feel shocked and moved by this history. What particularly impressed me was the statue of Oishi Kuransuke in the shrine. He was the leader of the Ako Gishi and represented the symbol of loyalty and justice. Here, I learned more about the stories of the Akaho Gishi and their heroic deeds, which touched my heart deeply. This experience of visiting Akaho Oishi Shrine gave me a deeper understanding and respect for Japanese history and culture. I will always treasure these precious memories and look forward to returning to this historic place in the future. #Akaho Oishi Shrine #Chushingura #JapaneseHistory #CulturalExploration #HistoricalTour

As it is a shrine for the fulfillment of great wishes, the grounds are filled with many auspicious things such as various sub-shrines, fortune-telling slips, Daikoku, the god of good luck and fortune, Ebisu, the god of prosperity in business, and pebbles imbued with spiritual power. Of course, as this is the shrine in the hometown of Chushingura, the focus is on Asano Takumi no Kami Naganori and the 47 Ronin. This is a shrine recommended for those who are looking for something auspicious or have a wish to make. [Name] Ako Oishi Shrine [Location] 131-7 Kamikariya, Ako City, Hyogo Prefecture (inside the old castle) [Access] Approx. 15 minutes on foot from JR Banshu Ako Station Approx. 10 minutes by car from Ako IC on the Sanyo Expressway [Parking] Available (free) Visit date: April 2024 #Sakura2024 #Domestic travel #Hyogo sightseeing #Ako #Ako sightseeing #Historical sites #Travel to experience history and culture #Chushingura #Prayer #Shrine #Shrine worship

This shrine enshrines the 47 Ronin, including Oishi Kuranosuke from Chushingura. It is said that the shrine grants the fulfillment of great wishes and heartfelt wishes, as they carried out the raid and avenged their lord. The stone statues of the 47 Ronin lined up along the approach to the shrine are a spectacular sight. This shrine is an essential part of sightseeing in Ako. [Name] Ako Oishi Shrine [Location] 131-7 Kamikariya, Ako City, Hyogo Prefecture (inside the old castle) [Access] Approximately 15 minutes on foot from JR Banshu Ako Station Approximately 10 minutes by car from Ako IC on the Sanyo Expressway [Parking] Available (free) Date of visit: April 2024 #Sakura2024 #Travel to experience history and culture #Shrine #Ako #Ako sightseeing #Visiting a shrine #Hyogo sightseeing #Domestic travel #Visiting #Chushingura #Historical sites

The streetscape of Ako has been selected as one of the 150 best scenic viewpoints in Hyogo. The viewpoint is about 600m south of the road that runs from JR Banshu Ako Station to the ruins of Ako Castle, known as "Castle Street." Walking while looking at the ruins of Ako Castle, Ako Oishi Shrine, the Breathing Well, the Karakuri Clock Gishi Andon, and more, you'll feel like you're strolling through a castle town. It's a charming streetscape. [Name] "A townscape reminiscent of a castle town" as seen from Oshiro-dori in front of JR Ako Station [Location] Kariya, Ako City Visit date: April 2024 #Sakura2024 #Ako #Chushingura #Ako Tourism #Ako Castle Ruins #Oishi Shrine