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.

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HighlightsThe birthplace of Kusaka Genzui, who studied under Yoshida Shoin at Shokasonjuku
A prominent figure who worked alongside Takasugi Shinsaku
A significant contributor to the Meiji Restoration
A must-see for history buffs
Experience the spirit and ideals of Kusaka Genzui

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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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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?

Kusaka Genzui's Birthplace

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