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Yagyu-han Jinya Historic Park

📍 Yagyu-han Jinya Historic Park, Nara, Japan
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Introduction

The Old Yagyū-han Jinya site in the Yagyū district of Nara preserves the headquarters of the Yagyū domain, the samurai clan of the swordsman Yagyū Munenori. Now Yagyū Park, it holds a bronze statue of Munenori and historical markers — a pilgrimage for kendō and history enthusiasts.

Highlights

1
Yagyū domain
The old seat of the swordsman clan's domain.
2
Munenori statue
A bronze of the master swordsman.
3
Sword-saint country
A historic centre of the Yagyū sword arts.

🛈 Practical Info

LocationYagyū-chō, Nara, Japan
Time neededAbout 1 hour
AdmissionFree

💡 Tips

About 40 minutes' drive from central Nara.
Sword-themed walking routes cross the district.
Near Yagyū's other heritage facilities.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Yagyu-han Jinya Historic Park?

About 40 minutes' drive from central Nara. Sword-themed walking routes cross the district.