1 Chome, Marunouchi, Yonezawa, Yamagata Prefecture
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Free
The Shokonhi Monument, located within Matsugasaki Park on the grounds of Yonezawa Castle, is a memorial dedicated to those who died in the Boshin and Seinan Wars. Situated on a small hill near the Uesugi Kenshin Mausoleum site, this large stone monument offers a solemn reminder of the past. The area is known for its cherry blossoms, making spring a particularly beautiful time to visit. The monument is easily accessible from Maizuru Bridge and provides a quiet, reflective space away from the busier areas of Uesugi Shrine.