Oita Prefecture Gokoku Shrine (大分県護国神社)
Flow of the course
About 15 min from the previous stop
About 60 min here
About 15 min to the next stop
Next stop: Secure your spot on the riverbed, enjoying dinner while feeling the river breeze and awaiting the openingAbout this spot
Situated near the north bank of the Oita River, Oita Prefecture Gokoku Shrine (大分県護国神社) is a quiet shrine grove cherished by Oita residents. Large trees flourish within the grounds, providing refreshing shade even in midsummer. Being close to the Oita River Benten Bridge upstream area, the venue of the fireworks, you can complete your visit and walk to the viewing location. On the fireworks festival day, food stalls often appear near the shrine grounds, making it a convenient stop for purchasing dinner. Take a peaceful evening walk along the shrine's approach to calm your spirits before the main fireworks event.
Tips
A 15-20 minute walk from JR Oita Station, or take a route bus and get off at the "Gokoku Shrine-mae" (護国神社前) stop. Admission to the shrine grounds is free. It's only a few minutes' walk to the Oita River riverbed where the fireworks will be held, but expect congestion on the day, so allow extra time for your move.
Best time to visit
Approximately 1 hour required. The shrine grounds are less crowded in the evening, allowing you to spend time leisurely in the cool grove.
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〒870-0925 Oita Prefecture, Oita City, Maki 1371
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