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.
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- Sekigahara - The Epic Battle That Changed Japanese History
On October 21, 1600, one of the greatest and most decisive battles in Japanese history took place on the plain of Sekigahara—the crossroads at the heart of Japan, today part of Gifu Prefecture. Today, through state-of-the-art attractions and a wide-ranging collection of historical items, visitors can relive the events of that fateful day here at the Gifu Sekigahara Battlefield Memorial Museum.
Gifu and the way of the samurai
In this four-part series, we explore the events of that fateful day and introduce some of Gifu’s fascinating connections to samurai history and culture.
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Discover the Battlefield of Sekigahara
Learn about the story behind the battle at the crossroads of Japan and explore the Sekigahara battlefield of today.
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The Gifu Sekigahara Battlefield Memorial Museum
Thrilling attractions and an impressive collection of samurai artifacts await at this state-of-the-art museum.
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Swords of Sekigahara: A Symbol of Samurai Pride
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.
