Kansai Walk Azuchi Castle’s Otemichi Main Approach in 360°
Follow Azuchi Castle's 180-meter Otemichi main approach from the entrance past the retainer mansion sites to Kuroganemon Gate in 11 interactive 360° views.
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Nobunaga Travel Journal November 15, 2025 – Joining “An Invitation to Sengoku Ōmi:The Genki Turmoil and the Rise of Oda Nobunaga, the Unifier of Japan”
A detailed look at the 2025 Yoyogi lecture exploring the Genki Turmoil, Nobunaga’s rise, his ties with Yoshiaki, and Azai Nagamasa’s motives. Fresh insights reshape his legacy.
Nobunaga Travel Journal Encountering a Thousand-Year Fragrance — Experiencing the Miracle of Ranjatai at “Shōsōin THE SHOW” in the Ueno Royal Museum
Explore “Shōsōin THE SHOW” at the Ueno Royal Museum through many photos of the legendary fragrant wood Ranjatai—its scent, history, and timeless beauty.
Taiga Drama Taiga Drama Sanada Maru: The Life of Sanada Nobushige (Yukimura) and Where the Drama Departs from History
NHK’s 2016 Taiga drama Sanada Maru, 50 episodes: follow Sanada Nobushige (Yukimura) in four chapters and see six scenes where the drama departs from history.
Ieyasu Travel Journal Exploring the Sengoku Heritage of Mino and Ōmi: From Nangū Taisha to Azuchi Castle and the Azuchi Castle Archaeological Museum (Travel Log)
A one-day historical route from Ōgaki and Tarui to Nangū Taisha, continuing on to the Azuchi Castle ruins (with 360° panoramic photos), Chōkōji Temple (featuring the relocated gate from Sōkenji), and the Shiga Prefectural Azuchi Castle Archaeological Museum.This journey connects the Tokugawa-protected shrine rebuilt under Shogun Iemitsu with Nobunaga’s visionary city of Azuchi—a seamless trail through the spirit of Japan’s Warring States era.
Chubu/Central Japan A Journey Through Nagoya’s Samurai Past: From Arako’s Toshiie Maeda Statue to Sōōji Temple and the Tokugawa Museum
Explore the historical heart of Owari through the footsteps of samurai legends. Visit Toshiie Maeda’s birthplace in Arako, uncover hidden ties at the Tokugawa Art Museum, and feel the spirit of Oda Nobunaga at Kiyosu Castle — a Sengoku-era journey through Nagoya’s storied past.
Taiga Drama Toshiie and Matsu (2002 Taiga Drama) Review: Impressions and Historical Accuracy
A review of NHK’s 2002 taiga drama Toshiie and Matsu after all 49 episodes: why Sengoku fans may love it, what dragged, and what history says about Matsu.
Chubu/Central Japan Higashi Chaya & Kazuemachi Teahouse Districts
Higashi Chaya District (founded 1820, 1.8 ha preservation district), Kazuemachi, Utasu & Toyokuni Shrines — 4 free sites with 360° panoramas and access.
Chubu/Central Japan Grave of Toshiie Maeda & Tentokuin Temple
The Maeda lords’ cemetery on Mt. Noda (national historic site, 8.6 ha), Tentokuin of Princess Tama (¥500), Touunji and Houenji — 4 sites with 360° panoramas.
Chubu/Central Japan Ninja Temple & Nagamachi Samurai District
Myoryuji “Ninja Temple” (¥1,200, booking required), Nagamachi Samurai District and the two-star Nomura House garden — 10 sites with 360° panoramas and access.
