Sengoku History Course
This area was the location of the Battle of Nagashino in 1575. First visit the museum in Shitaragahara which was the area of the decisive battle, and then tour the Shingenzuka Burial Grounds and Babosaku Fence. Afterwards, take a stroll around the Nagashino Castle Ruins. There are many famous things to see such as the graves of warriors and the stronghold remains. Have a great time in the world of the Sengoku Period (1467-1568).
Course Overview
Course Details
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Route1
Shitaragahara Historical Museum/Shingenzuka Burial Grounds
This facility provides information on the history of Shinshiro by theme. The 4 major exhibits are the Battle of Shitaragahara, matchlock guns, the Hi Ondori Festival and Iwase Tadanari.
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Route2
Babosaku Fence
The Babosaku Fence is a fence built by the combined Oda and Tokugawa army to defend against the cavalry of Takeda. This fence is currently being restored along the Rengogawa River.
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Route3
Nagashinojo Castle Ruins/Nagashinojo Castle Ruins Preservation Hall址史跡保存館
This castle was constructed in 1508 by Suganuma Motonari. It was designated as a national historical relic and was selected as one of Japan’s top 100 castles.