"Ten Thrilling Scenic Sites -Travel to Chubu中部*" is a catchphrase that expresses the attraction of Chubu, central Japan area, in ten themes of 「景」「花」「史」「跡」「博」「祭」「楽」「浴」「食」「産」.
Castles, Temples, and Shrines
Recalling History at Famous Castles and Temples
The Chubu region produced many military commanders, and many famous castles and sites of former castles known throughout Japan remain in the area even now. Also extant are numerous well-known temples and shrines with connections to these military commanders. Visiting them affords you the opportunity to encounter history.
Nagano Prefecture
Former Zenkou-ji Temple
The temple started when HONDA Zenkougou brought the object of worship, the Ikko Sanzon Bosatsu statue, from a moat in Nanba. Later, the temple was moved to current Nagano city and the temple Zenkou-ji was named after ...
Shiga Prefecture
Taga Taisha Shrine
Taga Taisha Shrine has been worshipped as a site dedicated to the god of long life and good long-term relationships. Believers, including Toyotomi Hideyoshi, came from all across Japan. The shrine is dedicated to Izan...
Shiga Prefecture
The Ruins of Azuchi Castle
This was the site of the residential castle of Oda Nobunaga (1534-82) located all over Mt. Azuchi, which is 199m above sea level. The site is designated as a special historic site. The castle was completed in about 3 ...
Nagano Prefecture
Shiodadaira
In this peaceful pastoral area of Shiodadaira, many old temples are built. One of the most prominent of these temples is Zensan-ji temple which is said to be founded by Koubou -taishi in the Heian period. The famous t...
Nagano Prefecture
Ueda Castle Ruins Park
Ueda Castle which stands on top of a cliff overlooking Chiguma River was built in 1583 by Sanada Masayuki. Today, it is opened as a castle ruins park and is also known as a scenic spot for cherry blossoms in the spri...