Oishi Jinja was officially established in 1912 and is dedicated to the 47 loyal retainers of the Asano feudal lord. Led by Kuranosuke Oishi, for which the shrine is named, their story of revenge is one of Japan's most famous. The shrine is located in the quiet town of Ako, Hyogo Prefecture, beside the remains of the castle where they all once served.
- 1 min read
Oishi Jinja: Honoring 47 Samurai
A shrine dedicated to the famous ronin of Ako
By Sandra Isaka
Community writer
Explore nearby
Join the discussion
Justin Velgus
8 years ago
Sandra, you always provide us with so many interesting places! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks, Justin! I'm really trying to focus my articles/photo stories on fantastic places that almost nobody knows - but should!
2 comments in total
Book your trip
Find a nearby hotel
Find and book quality accommodations for your next trip to Japan.
Top Articles
-
1
Yuranza
Culture - Sponsored -
2
Mount Omuro
Shizuoka -
3
2024 Grand Sumo Tournaments
Culture -
4
Sapporo Beer Opens New Brewery in Tokyo’s Ebisu
News -
5
2-Day Hachijojima Retreat: Recharge Your Mind and Body
Tokyo - Sponsored -
6
Tokyo One of the World's Most Walkable Cities
Transportation -
7
Tokyo Takes 2nd Place on Top Coffee Cities List
Food -
8
Extraordinary Experiences in the Great Nature of Izu-Oshima, the Closest Island From Central Tokyo
Tokyo - Sponsored -
9
Kurobe Unazuki Canyon Route to Link with Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route
News -
10
Valley of Witches: a New Ghibli Park Attraction
Aichi
-
1
Guide to Bringing Medicines Into Japan
Planning -
2
Your Name: Real-Life Locations in Tokyo
Tokyo -
3
Hachiko Statue in Shibuya
Tokyo -
4
Iwatayama Monkey Park
Kyoto -
5
Shibuya Crossing
Tokyo -
6
Daikoku Car Meet
Kanagawa -
7
Kanamara Penis Festival
Kanagawa -
8
Guide to PASMO Cards
Guide -
9
Guide to Suica Cards
Transportation -
10
Japanese Urban Legends
Culture