Gracia Travel Guide Etchū-no-I (Etchū Well): The Final Moments of Hosokawa Gracia
Discover the real site of Lady Mariko’s final stand. Visit Etchū Well in Osaka—where Hosokawa Gracia chose faith over fear in a samurai’s death.
Osaka-Kyoto Area
Gracia Travel Guide 
Gracia Travel Guide Sōzen-ji Temple: The Resting Place of Hosokawa Gracia
Discover the real-life Lady Mariko at Sōzen-ji Temple in Osaka—final resting place of Hosokawa Gracia, the samurai woman behind the legend.
Gracia Travel Guide Shōryūji Castle
Discover Shōryūji Castle, where Lady Gracia—said to inspire Mariko from Shogun—began her married life. History, faith, and drama await.
Hideyoshi Travel Guide Overview Page Introduction (for “Himeji Castle”)
Discover Himeji Castle through this overview page featuring Japan’s finest surviving samurai fortress, plus links to top 7 spots and a full history guide.
Hideyoshi Travel Guide Overview Page Introduction (for “Osaka Castle Park”)
Explore Osaka Castle Park, where samurai history and scenic beauty meet. Discover iconic gates, gardens, and the Main Tower in this cultural heart of Osaka.
