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Ieyasu Travel Journal

Joining the Public Opening of Inui Street at the Imperial Palace — A Special Morning Woven with History and Nature

One early spring day, when the first signs of the season’s change began to appear, I took part in the special public ope...
2025.03.31
Ieyasu Travel Journal
Ieyasu Travel Guide

Guide to the Inui Street of Edo Castle (Limited-Time Public Access)

Stroll through Edo Castle’s Inui Street, open only in spring and autumn. Discover stone walls, moats, and historic beauty at the Imperial Palace.
2025.03.30
Ieyasu Travel GuideTokyo Area
Hideyoshi Travel Guide

Himeji Castle

Explore Himeji Castle, Japan’s White Heron Castle. This detailed guide covers historical sites, gates, towers, and hidden gems to maximize your visit.
2025.03.30
Hideyoshi Travel GuideOsaka-Kyoto Area
Hideyoshi Travel Guide Detailed

Osaka Castle Series Vol.4 : The Northern Stronghold

Uncover Osaka Castle’s lesser-known northern side—from the Hidden Bailey to Aoya Gate. Explore secret defenses, tragic tales, and centuries-old stonework.
2025.03.29
Hideyoshi Travel Guide Detailed
Hideyoshi Travel Guide Detailed

Osaka Castle Vol. 3: Honmaru Area

Discover Osaka Castle's heart: Sakuramon Gate, historic wells, Kinzo treasury, and the majestic keep. A journey through samurai history awaits.
2025.03.27
Hideyoshi Travel Guide Detailed
Hideyoshi Travel Guide Detailed

Osaka Castle Vol. 2: Nishinomaru Garden Area

Explore Osaka Castle’s Nishinomaru area—home to historic turrets, the Taiko drum tower ruins, Enshogura, and Toyokuni Shrine honoring Hideyoshi.
2025.03.27
Hideyoshi Travel Guide Detailed
Hideyoshi Travel Guide Detailed

Osaka Castle Vol. 1: Otemon Gate Area

Discover Osaka Castle’s Otemon Gate, massive stone walls, engraved stones, and Tamon Yagura—an Edo-period turret and defensive stronghold.
2025.03.27
Hideyoshi Travel Guide Detailed
Hideyoshi Travel Guide

Osaka Castle Table of Contents

Explore Osaka Castle, built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi and enhanced by the Tokugawa Shogunate—divided into three key areas full of historic beauty.
2025.03.27
Hideyoshi Travel GuideOsaka-Kyoto Area
Ieyasu Travel Guide

Imperial Palace (Former Edo Castle) General Visitor Information

Discover Japan’s history at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. Join a free tour of Edo Castle remains, gardens, and iconic sites like Nijubashi Bridge.
2025.03.24
Ieyasu Travel GuideTokyo Area
Ieyasu Travel Journal

My Visit to the Imperial Palace – Former Edo Castle Site

Explore the historic Imperial Palace on a free guided tour! Discover Edo Castle’s legacy, Nijubashi Bridge, Fujimi Yagura, and more. Read my firsthand experience of this exclusive tour.
2025.03.19
Ieyasu Travel Journal
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