Wakajishi Shrine
若獅子神社
A unique shrine dedicated to tank soldiers, featuring a historic tank and tower.
What it is
- Founded in October 1984.
- Enshrines over 600 army tank soldier instructors and students.
- The Wakajishi Tower was built in December 1965.
What to see
- The Wakajishi Tower, designed by Kanazawa Yoji.
- The Wakajishi statue, made by Naito Haruharu.
- A Type 97 medium tank is placed at the shrine.
- The tank was used in the Battle of Saipan.
When to go
- The Mitama Festival is held annually on August 15.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
静岡県富士宮市上井出字東山2317-1 Open in Google Maps
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