Sekigahara Battlefield

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The site of the historic "Battle of Sekigahara" in 1600, which decided the course of Japanese history. Visitors can explore campsites of legendary warlords like Tokugawa Ieyasu via bicycle or on foot with audio guides. The original landscape and place names remain, allowing history enthusiasts to feel the exact moment Japan's era shifted from war to peace. It is a highly inspiring site for international visitors interested in Samurai culture and Bushido spirit.

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Gifu Prefectural Tourism Federation

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Gifu Prefectural Tourism Federation

Sekigahara Battlefield

Address: 1202 Sekigahara, Sekigahara-cho, Fuwa-gun, Gifu
Website: https://www.sekigahara1600.com/
Operator: Sekigahara Tourism Association

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