Sumata One-Night Castle (Ogaki City Sumata History Museum)

Sumata Ichiya-jo (Ogaki City Sumata Historical Museum)

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The legendary castle ruins said to have been built in a single night by Toyotomi Hideyoshi during the Sengoku period.

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Overview

Sumata One-Night Castle was built during the Sengoku period by Kinoshita Toichiro (later Toyotomi Hideyoshi), a vassal of Oda Nobunaga, as a base for conquering Mino Province. The legend of its construction in a single night is famous, but it was likely completed in a few days. Nevertheless, considering the circumstances, the incredibly short construction time is undeniable, showcasing Hideyoshi's remarkable strategic skills and castle-building prowess. While Sumata Castle was abandoned just three months after its completion, it remains a significant historical site, highlighting Hideyoshi's exceptional castle-building skills and strategic thinking. Instead of a replica of the original fort-like structure, the site now houses the Sumata One-Night Castle (History Museum), which includes a castle keep. The museum offers insights into the construction of Sumata Castle and the life of Hideyoshi. It is also known as a cherry blossom viewing spot, offering stunning views of blooming sakura in spring. When visiting Sumata One-Night Castle, consider reflecting on Hideyoshi's ingenuity and strategic brilliance, as well as the history of the Sengoku period. During cherry blossom season, enjoy a relaxing time amidst the beautiful scenery. It will surely be an unforgettable experience.

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Address: 1742-1 Sumata, Sumata-cho, Ogaki, Gifu Prefecture, Japan Search for tourist attractions in Gifu

Access: Bus: Take the Meihanshin Kintetsu Bus bound for Gifu Santoku Gakuen University from platform 2 at the south exit of JR Ogaki Station, and get off at "Sumata." It's a 12-minute walk from the bus stop. Bus: Take the Gifu Bus bound for Sumata from platform 6 at JR Gifu Station or platform 1 at Meitetsu Gifu Station, and get off at the terminal stop "Sumata." It's a 12-minute walk from the bus stop. Car: 15 minutes from the Yahagi Smart Interchange on the Meishin Expressway. Car: 20 minutes from the Gifu-Hashima Interchange on the Meishin Expressway. Car: 30 minutes from the Ogaki Interchange on the Meishin Expressway. Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Entrance reception closes at 4:30 PM)

Cld.Days: Mondays (the following day if Monday is a public holiday), Year-end and New Year holidays (December 29th to January 3rd)

Fee: General: ¥200 Group (20 or more people): ¥150 Under 18: Free City residents aged 65 or older: Free Free admission for holders of a Disability Handbook, a Developmental Disability Handbook, or a Mental Disability Welfare Handbook, and their caregivers.

INFO: ※Temporary opening hours may apply during the cherry blossom festival (late March to early April) and when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom. ※Please present your ID card upon entry.