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The Castle on top of Mt. Kinka where Oda Nobunaga planned to rule the nation.
The Symbol of Gifu towers on top of Mt. Kinka 329m above sea level. During the age of provincial wars, Saito Dosan resided. When Oda Nobunaga became the lord, it became the homebase of his ambition to rule the nation.
The current castle was restored in 1956. Inside, the information exhibition on Nobunaga and Gifu Castle is exhibited. The observation deck at the top floor gives a panoramic view over the city. During a limited time, Gifu Castle Panoramic Night View is held at night (refer to the official website for dates).
There is a hiking trail to the top of Mt. Kinka, but try the Mt. Kinka Ropeway which takes just 4 minutes from the foot of the mountain to the top, where you can visit Gifu Mt. Kinka Squirrel Village and Gifu Castle Museum besides the Castle itself.
Located at the top of Mt. Kinka at the center of the city Photo provided by Gifu City
3-story and 4-floor structure. The 4th floor offers a breathtaking view Photo provided by Gifu City
The view from the observation deck (around Nagara River) Photo provided by Gifu City
Gifu Castle Panoramic Night Scene is held for a limited time Photo provided by Gifu City
Inside the castle, the information on Oda Nobunaga and Gifu Castle is exhibited Photo provided by Gifu City
The ropeway takes you up to the top of Mt. Kinka in 4 min Photo provided by Gifu City
Some reviews are AI-translated.
You can really feel Oda Nobunaga’s presence here.
The sense of history is very strong, and anyone who likes the Sengoku period will really get something out of visiting.
Gifu Castle is located on Mt. Kinka, and it's known for being easy to defend and hard to attack. If you don't want to tire yourself out, you can just take the ropeway up.
After taking the ropeway, there's still an uphill walk before you reach the top. You really get that Nobunaga's Ambition vibe, looking down over the city of Gifu from above.
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