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Honmaru, Sannomaru, and the Great Stone Walls | 14 Main-Bailey Sites at Odani Castle Ruins

A detailed English guide to the northern/main-bailey route of Odani Castle Ruins: Kubisue-ishi, Kurogane Gate, Ohiroma, Akao Residence, Honmaru, Obikuruwa, Otsubone Residence, Large Dry Moat, Nakamaru, Katanaraike Pond, Kyogokumaru, Komaru, Great Stone Walls, and Sannomaru.

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Gi to Kizuna Hall Guide: Access, Admission & How to Visit with Odani Castle in Nagahama, Shiga

A practical guide to Gi to Kizuna Hall, Nagahama’s limited-time exhibition near Michi-no-Eki Azai Sanshimai no Sato. Learn about the Azai clan, the three Azai sisters, the Battle of Anegawa, and Odani Castle through videos and displays. Includes access by car and public transport, admission fees, photo rules, and tips for visiting together with Odani Castle.

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Yokoyama Castle Ruins Guide: Access, History & Hiking Routes

A practical guide to Yokoyama Castle Ruins in Shiga, where Toyotomi Hideyoshi first served as castellan. Includes Ōhara Kannonji Temple, Ishida Mitsunari sites, South and North Castle ruins, hiking route warnings, visit times, and 360° panorama photos.

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Mt. Hiei Enryakuji Saito Precinct: 5 Highlights | Shakado Hall, Ninaido & Jodo-in

Quieter than Todo: Shakado (1347), the oldest hall at Enryakuji, the covered Ninaido twin halls, and Saicho's mausoleum at Jodo-in. 5 sites, 1-1.5 hrs.

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Mt. Hiei Enryakuji Temple Todo Precinct: 7 Highlights & a Firsthand Guide to the Konpon Chudo Restoration

Todo is where Enryakuji began in 788. The Konpon Chudo is under restoration to about 2031, with a stage overlooking the roof works. 7 sites, 1.5-2 hrs.

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Mt. Hiei Enryakuji Temple: Complete Guide to Todo, Saito & Yokawa

Enryakuji spans three precincts on Mt. Hiei. Combined ticket ¥1,000, open 9:00-16:00, and 3.5-5 hours to walk all three. Access, fees and seasons.

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Mt. Hiei Enryakuji Yokawa Precinct: 3 Highlights | Birthplace of the Omikuji

The remotest of Enryakuji's precincts and reputed birthplace of the omikuji. Ganzan Daishi-do, Yokawa Chudo, Eshin-do. 15 min by shuttle from Todo.

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Toyotomi Brothers! Taiga Drama Museum & Related Exhibitions: Complete Venue Guide [2026]

A complete guide to all eight venues across three areas—Nagoya/Nakamura, Nagahama, and Yamato-Koriyama. In addition to admission fees, exhibition periods, and access information, this guide also includes links to firsthand visit reports. You’ll also find venue-by-venue highlights and practical tips on the best way to explore each site.

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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.

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

Explore Yamatokoriyama, the Nara castle town shaped by warlord Toyotomi Hidenaga — from Koriyama Hachiman Shrine to his grave at Dainagonzuka, with 360° panoramas, access details, and firsthand travel notes.

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