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Shokasonjuku Academy

historic_site

Shokasonjuku Academy

松下村塾

4.2Est. 38Hagi, Chugoku
UNESCO World Heritage Site

Overview

Modest wooden schoolhouse that nurtured the leaders of the Meiji Restoration.

A tiny, unassuming wooden schoolhouse that profoundly changed the course of Japanese history. Here, Yoshida Shoin educated many of the young leaders who would go on to drive the Meiji Restoration. The surrounding historic town of Hagi provides excellent context for their revolutionary ideas.

Local tips

The building is located within the grounds of the Shoin Shrine, where you can buy umbrellas that reveal fortunes when wet.

Practical info

Japanese name
松下村塾
Nearest station
Shoin Jinja-mae Bus Stop (2 min walk)
Payment
Cash only
Reservations
not required

Accessibility

Wheelchair entranceWheelchair parking

Good for

Families
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