The full-size monument of 25 great figures related to Saga, who actively participated in various fields around the end of Edo period and Meiji Restoration were set up at 9 places on the central street of Saga City according to the "Hizen Saga Bakumatsu-Meiji Restoration Expo" which is held all around the prefecture from March 17, 2018 to January 14, 2019.
Enjoy walking around historical sites in towns of Saga while learning about the achievements of each figure who has accomplished great feats.
SPOT4 Young wise men who studied at Kodo-kan
-Eto Shinpei (1834-1874) *The figure standing on the left
Laid the foundation of Japan's Judiciary System as the first Minister of Justice.
-Oki Takato (1832-1899) *The figure standing on the right
Laid the foundation of modern educational system as the first Minister of Education.
Basic information
Address | 1-5 Eki-mae Chuo, Saga City, Saga Prefecture (Eki-mae Machikado Hiroba) |
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Official Name | 偉人モニュメント(SPOT4)弘道館で学んだ若き日の賢人たち |
Access | Approx. 5 minutes from JR Saga Station |
Contact | Cultural Affairs Division, Saga Prefecture |
MAPCODE | 87 351 033*47 |
- 0952-20-1601
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