Ieyasu Travel Journal

Ueno Toshogu Shrine “Kinshikiden” Special Door OpeningBeyond the Doors Usually Kept Closed

Discover a golden shrine in Tokyo’s Ueno Park through photos from its April 2026 special opening, revealing the sanctuary and carvings behind closed doors.

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Exploring the Sengoku Heritage of Mino and Ōmi: From Nangū Taisha to Azuchi Castle and the Azuchi Castle Archaeological Museum (Travel Log)

A one-day historical route from Ōgaki and Tarui to Nangū Taisha, continuing on to the Azuchi Castle ruins (with 360° panoramic photos), Chōkōji Temple (featuring the relocated gate from Sōkenji), and the Shiga Prefectural Azuchi Castle Archaeological Museum.This journey connects the Tokugawa-protected shrine rebuilt under Shogun Iemitsu with Nobunaga’s visionary city of Azuchi—a seamless trail through the spirit of Japan’s Warring States era.

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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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August 2025: Nikko Toshogu Shrine – Special Prayer Tour in the Shogun’s Seated Chamber | Travel Diary

Diary of the 10:00 Nikkō Tōshō-gū special prayer tour (about 1 h 45 min, 3,700 yen): the back path, Yōmeimon, the Sleeping Cat and the Shogun Audience Room.

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

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A Historical Journey Through Kaneiji Temple: Walking Among the Resting Places of the Tokugawa Shoguns

Visit journal of Kan'ei-ji's terakoya session and non-public mausoleum tour in Ueno: Tenkai's story, bronze vs stone tombs, and Atsuhime's grave.

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A Midsummer Day in Hamamatsu: Hamamatsu Castle, Lady Tsukiyama’s Grave and Hidetada’s Birth Well

A midsummer day in Hamamatsu, August 2025: Ieyasu's castle, Lady Tsukiyama's grave and Hidetada's birth well, in 11 stops with 13 panoramas.

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Joining the Public Opening of Inui Street at the Imperial Palace — A Special Morning Woven with History and Nature

One early spring day, when the first signs of the season’s change began to appear, I took part in the special public ope...

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