Toyotomi Hideyoshi

“Toyotomi Brothers!” Nagahama Pilgrimage Guide｜Taiga Drama Museum + 3 Must-See Spots

Visit Nagahama—the “rise-to-power town” of NHK’s 2026 Taiga drama Toyotomi Brothers!. Experience the limited-time Toyotomi Brothers! Hokukonō Nagahama Taiga Drama Museum (Daitsū-ji Temple, General Assembly Hall), then follow a handpicked pilgrimage route to Nagahama Castle, Nagahama Hōkoku Shrine, and Chikubushima Island. Walk the places where Hideyoshi’s bold ambition and Hidenaga’s steady governance clicked into place—and feel the brothers’ division of roles come alive on-site.

2026.01.28

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Nagoya Nakamura Ward Travel Guide: Toyotomi Hideyoshi & Hidenaga’s “Brothers in Arms” Heritage Sites

Watched the Taiga drama 'Brothers in Arms'? Visit Nakamura Ward in Nagoya, the legendary birthplace of Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Hidenaga. A walkable pilgrimage guide with maps and travel tips.

2026.01.15

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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.

2025.11.03

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Special Report: Exclusive Access to Himeji Castle’s Hishi-no-Mon Gate

Step inside Himeji Castle’s Hishi-no-Mon Gate—rarely open to the public. Discover its rich history, interior views, and samurai secrets during this 2025 special event.

2025.09.15

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Hizen Nagoya Castle (Saga) Travel Journal

Explore Hizen Nagoya Castle in Saga—once Hideyoshi’s grand headquarters. Discover ruins, museums, and samurai history in this unforgettable travel journal.

2025.07.01

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Osaka Castle: A Visit to the Toyotomi Stone Wall Exhibition – A Historical Immersion Journal

Opened in 2025 beneath Osaka Castle. Step into a 20-minute, silent encounter with battle-scorched Toyotomi walls—alone, before the crowds.

2025.06.17

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Himeji Castle Area 0: Complete Guide – Table of Contents

Don’t miss Himeji Castle’s hidden legends, secret paths, and top photo spots. This in-depth guide reveals what most tourists overlook—step by step.

2025.06.09

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Himeji Castle Area 3: Main Keep and Connecting Towers

Discover Himeji Castle's Main Keep, I-no-Mon Gate, Ro-no-Mon Gate, and Shogun-zaka—legendary sites blending strategy, beauty, and samurai history.

2025.06.08

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Himeji Castle Area 4: East Bailey and Okiku’s Well

Explore Himeji Castle’s East Bailey, Taimensho Ruins, Bizenmaru, and Okiku’s Well—home to haunting legends, Edo-era gates, turrets, and hidden gems.

2025.06.08

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Himeji Castle Area 6: Gardens, Shrines and Surroundings

Explore Kokoen Garden, Himeji Jinja, and historic ruins like Nozato Gate and Sagi-no-Shimizu—essential stops around iconic Himeji Castle.

2025.06.08

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