Shōrin’in no Misasagi
temple
Shōrin’in no Misasagi
松林院の陵(みささぎ)
Overview
Just to the east of Fushimi’s Shōrin’in Temple is Fushimi Shōrin’in no Misasagi, the imperial mausoleum of Prince Fushiminomiya Sadafusa (1372–1456), also known as Gosukō or Gosukōin.
Just east of Fushimi's Shorin'in Temple is the imperial mausoleum of Prince Fushiminomiya Sadafusa, a prominent figure in the early Muromachi period whose family line was in line to supply an emperor if the main imperial line had no heirs. That moment came in 1428, when his eldest son became Emperor Go-Hanazono, ending a long internal court dispute. Sadafusa is remembered today partly through the Kanmon Nikki, a 44-volume diary written between 1416 and 1448 that offers a rare and detailed look into court life during a period of political uncertainty.
Local tips
Remove shoes before entering any hall. Look for a shoe rack at the entrance. Carry a plastic bag for your shoes if none is provided.
Practical info
- Japanese name
- 松林院の陵(みささぎ)
- Nearest station
- Keage Station (7 min walk)
- Payment
- Cash only
- Reservations
- not required
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