The History of the Battle of Sekigahara
Japan’s Warring States period (1467-1590) came to an end with the greatest and most decisive battle ever fought by the samurai.
Relive the momentous Battle of Sekigahara in Japanese history, as it unfolded on October 21, 1600, at the crossroads of Japan's heart, now in Gifu Prefecture. Experience the fateful day through state-of-the-art attractions and a diverse collection of historical items at the Gifu Sekigahara Battlefield Memorial Museum.
In this captivating four-part series, we uncover the Battle of Sekigahara’s fateful day and explore Gifu’s fascinating connections to samurai history and culture.
Japan’s Warring States period (1467-1590) came to an end with the greatest and most decisive battle ever fought by the samurai.
Delve into the tale of the Battle of Sekigahara, the crossroads of Japan’s history, and discover the present-day Sekigahara battlefield.
Thrilling attractions and an impressive collection of samurai artifacts await at this state-of-the-art museum.
Though the samurai may have passed into history, the tradition of sword making has continued to the present, thanks to the efforts of a handful of modern licensed Mino style sword makers in Seki.