Kanegasaki, Tsuruga, Fukui Prefecture
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¥500
Explore the historic Kanegasaki Castle Ruins in Tsuruga, Fukui Prefecture, a site of strategic importance during the Nanboku-cho and Sengoku periods. This is where Nitta Yoshisada fought against the Ashikaga army in 1336, and later, where Oda Nobunaga's forces retreated during the Battle of Kanegasaki in 1570. Visit the Kanegasaki Shrine, explore remnants of the castle including the Moon Viewing Pavilion (Tsukimi Goten), and enjoy panoramic views of Tsuruga Bay. The site is accessible via the Gurutto Tsuruga Loop Bus from JR Tsuruga Station, or a short drive from the Tsuruga IC on the Hokuriku Expressway. Ideal for history buffs and those seeking scenic vistas, the ruins offer a tranquil escape with historical depth.
Cultural Property: Nationally Designated Historic Site. Period: Nanboku-cho Period, Sengoku Period