史跡 江馬氏館跡公園
Hida Furukawa and the surrounding areas of Gifu Prefecture are packed full of history and intriguing tales and myths.
The Ema Family Residence Ruins Park (Emashitateato Koen) is home to a medieval samurai hall which once belonged to the warlord Ema who ruled over the Hida region from the Muromachi to the sengoku (warring states) eras.
This site, designated as a National Historic Site in 1980, has been lovingly and painstakingly restored before opening to the public in 2007. Alongside the main Shimodate Hall, the main gate and Japanese garden were also reconstructed.
The site was also declared a National Scenic Spot in 2017, the first of its kind in the Hida and Gifu areas of Japan.
The Ema Family Residence Ruins Park is a must for fans of Japanese history and those looking to walk in the shoes of samurai and warlords.
Across the nearby Kamioka region, the ruins of several castles in the Ema clan’s stronghold can also be discovered.
| Admission | Adults: ¥200, Junior High School Students: ¥100 |
|---|---|
| Hours | 10am–4pm |
| Closed | Closed during winter (Dec 1–Mar 31) |
| Access | 30-minute drive from Hida-Furukawa Station via Route 41. |
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