Kusaka Genzui's Birthplace

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The birthplace of Kusaka Genzui, who studied under Yoshida Shoin at Shokasonjuku and worked alongside Takasugi Shinsaku. A place where you can feel the history of the late Edo period.

Overview

Kusaka Genzui was born in 1839 (Tenpo 10) as the eldest son of a samurai family in the Hagi domain. Intelligent from a young age, he entered Shokasonjuku, established by Yoshida Shoin, in 1855 (Ansei 2). At Shokasonjuku, he studied alongside Takasugi Shinsaku, Ito Hirobumi, Yoshida Tominomaro, and others, passionately discussing the future of Japan. Kusaka Genzui was wounded in the Hamagurimon Incident on August 18, 1864 (Genji 1), and died by seppuku (ritual suicide) at the young age of 25. Kusaka Genzui's birthplace is located in Heiankomachi, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, and a stone monument still stands there today. The monument was erected to commemorate Kusaka Genzui's achievements and to pass down his legacy to future generations. Kusaka Genzui left a significant mark on Japanese history. Why not visit his birthplace and feel the weight of his life and aspirations?

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Basic Information

Address
Heiankomachi, Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Yamaguchi
Access
About 15 minutes by car from Shin-Shimonoseki Station or Shimonoseki Station Show route
Op.Hours
24 hours a day
Cld.Days
None
Fee
Free
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