Ogaki Castle

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Famous as the western army's headquarters during the Battle of Sekigahara, Ogaki Castle is a symbol of the city. The four-story keep features elegant white walls and houses a museum showcasing armor and weapons from the historic battle. Surrounded by a beautiful park with cherry blossoms, it offers a peaceful historical retreat. It is a perfect place to learn about the complexities of samurai warfare while enjoying the charm of a traditional castle town.

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【ドローン映像】大垣城 | 「戦国のメインステージ岐阜」

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Gifu Prefectural Tourism Federation

Ogaki Castle

Address
2-52 Kuruwa-machi, Ogaki-shi, Gifu
Website
https://www.ogakikanko.jp/
Operator
Ogaki Tourism Association

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