Azuchi Town

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Azuchi Town in Omihachiman City is a historical town where the romance of history remains strong, centered around Azuchi Castle built by Oda Nobunaga, the champion of the Sengoku period. Facilities such as the "Azuchi Castle Museum," which conveys the appearance of the world's first full-scale wooden high-rise building, and "Nobunaga no Yakata," which restores the gorgeous original castle tower, allow you to re-experience Nobunaga's ambition and golden culture. In the peaceful rural landscape, massive stone walls and ancient burial mounds are scattered; "History Cycling" around these spots by bicycle is a very popular activity for international travelers interested in Japan's Sengoku period.

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Omihachiman Tourism and Convention Association

Azuchi Town

Address
Azuchi-cho, Omihachiman-shi, Shiga
Website
https://www.omi8.com/
Operator
Omihachiman Tourism and Convention Association

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