Maeda Toshiie

From Arako to Kiyosu: A Day Among Maeda Toshiie and Oda Nobunaga Sites in Nagoya

A one-day diary from Arako to Kiyosu (Nov 1, 2025): Maeda Toshiie’s birthplace, the Tokugawa Art Museum, Sōōji and Kiyosu Castle, with train, bus and bike tips.

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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.

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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 JapanIshikawaToshiie Travel Guide Detailed

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 JapanIshikawaToshiie Travel Guide Detailed

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.

Chubu/Central JapanIshikawaToshiie Travel Guide Detailed

Kenrokuen & Oyama Shrine: Kanazawa’s Historic Core

Kenrokuen (¥320, opens 7:00), Oyama Shrine’s 1875 gate and Seisonkaku villa — 7 sites in Kanazawa’s historic core, with 360° panoramas, times and access.

Chubu/Central JapanIshikawaToshiie Travel Guide Detailed

Kanazawa Historic Sites: Toshiie Maeda’s 25 Spots

Kenrokuen, Higashi Chaya, the Ninja Temple and 22 more sites tied to Toshiie Maeda, sorted into 4 walkable Kanazawa areas with photos, times and access.

Chubu/Central JapanIshikawaToshiie Travel Guide

Kanazawa Castle in 1 Hour: 7 Must-See Spots with 360° Panoramas & Route Map

A first-hand ~60-minute route through Kanazawa Castle's 7 best spots, from Ishikawa-mon Gate to Nezumitamon, with 360° panoramas at every stop.

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Kanazawa Castle Vol. 2: Kahoku-mon Gate, Sannomaru Plaza & Hashizume-mon — The Reconstructed Front Entrance in 360°

Kahoku-mon Gate, reconstructed in 2010, plus Sannomaru Plaza, Hashizume Bridge & Hashizume-mon — the castle's reconstructed front entrance in 360°.

Chubu/Central JapanIshikawaToshiie Travel Guide Detailed

Kanazawa Castle Vol. 3: Kita-no-maru & West Ninomaru — Kikko-ishi Stone Walls & Meiji Military HQ in 360°

Dobashi-mon's hexagonal kikko-ishi stonework, the permit-only Kitte-mon Gate, and the Meiji-era Sixth Brigade HQ — Kanazawa Castle's quiet north side in 360°.

Chubu/Central JapanIshikawaToshiie Travel Guide Detailed