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Inside a Castle Turret You Can’t Normally Enter: 300+ Artifacts at the ‘Hidenaga and the History of Koriyama’ Exhibition

Visit the "Hidenaga and the History of Koriyama" exhibition inside Koriyama Castle's Higashi Tamon Turret — normally closed to the public. 300+ artifacts, ¥300 admission.

2026.03.24

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Yamato Koriyama & Hidenaga — The Complete Walking Guide for Fans of Toyotomi Brothers!

A walking guide to Yamato Koriyama's Hidenaga-related sites, inspired by the Taiga Drama Toyotomi Brothers! Covers a model route from Kintetsu Koriyama Station, estimated walking times, navigation tips for tricky spots, and booking information for Tosenji Temple — everything you need for a complete visit.

2026.03.23

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Yamato Koriyama Castle Ruins | Walking Hidenaga’s Castle in the World of Toyotomi Brothers!

Inspired by the 2026 Taiga Drama Toyotomi Brothers!? Start at Yamato Koriyama Castle Ruins. A 7-minute walk from the station takes you from the masugata stone walls at the Kurogane-mon site through the reconstructed main gate, across the rebuilt Gokuraku Bridge (2021), up to the castle keep viewing platform, and on to the Information Hall (opened 2023) — a complete route through Hidenaga's castle-building legacy.

2026.03.23

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The Lion and the Peony: A Complete Guide to the Yamato Koriyama Taiga Drama Museum

A firsthand visit to the Yamato Koriyama Taiga Drama Museum. Discover the lion and peony symbolism hidden in the costumes, the frugal design philosophy behind Hidenaga's wardrobe, the 4K theater, and the local history displays — with photos throughout. Also covers nearby spots including Shungakuin Temple and the Higashi Tamon Turret, plus how this museum compares to the ones in Nakamura and Nagahama.

2026.03.23

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Toyotomi Museum in Nagoya Nakamura | Step Behind the Scenes of the Taiga Drama Toyotomi Brothers!

A firsthand visit to the Toyotomi Museum in Nagoya's Nakamura Park — the birthplace of Hideyoshi and Hidenaga. Explore the venue's atmosphere through 360° panoramic photos, get up close with production costumes worn by Nobunaga and Hideyoshi, and discover actor interviews and behind-the-scenes footage. A complete visual guide to everything worth seeing at this Taiga Drama Museum.

2026.03.23

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Odani Castle Ruins 360° Panoramic Photos Part 2 | Shiga, Japan

Explore Part 2 of Odani Castle Ruins in Shiga, Japan, with 360° panoramic views of the Honmaru, Nakamaru, Great Stone Wall, Sanno-maru, and more.

2026.03.19

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Odani Castle Ruins 360° Panoramic Photos Part 1 | Shiga, Japan

小谷城跡の出丸・金吾丸・番所・御茶屋・大広間などを360度パノラマ写真で掲載。現地を歩く前の予習にも、訪問後の振り返りにも最適。滋賀・長浜の戦国山城の空気感を臨場感たっぷりに体感できます。

2026.03.19

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How to Visit Odani Castle Ruins: Access from Kawake Station, Trail Map & Highlights

Planning a visit to Odani Castle Ruins? Get walking times from Kawake Station, trail maps, and highlights from the Honmaru to Sannoumaru — plus tips on the museum, rainy days, and the Azai clan's dramatic last stand.

2026.03.19

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Gifu Castle Visitor Guide 2026 — Ruins, Routes & What to See During the Closure

Inabayama Castle — later renamed Gifu Castle by Nobunaga — is featured in the 2026 Taiga Drama. The keep closes May 2026, but stone walls & ruins stay open. Routes & access inside.

2026.03.07

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Toyotomi Brothers! Unuma Castle Ruins: Best Viewpoints (Even Though It’s Closed)

Unuma Castle (Shiroyama) is off-limits—but personally visited viewpoints at Inuyama Bridge, the opposite bank, and Mt. Iki reveal why it faced down Inuyama Castle across the Kiso River.

2026.03.02

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