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Nishi-no-maru Area

Nishi-no-maru Area

  • The Victorious Kaya Tree
  • Main Gate

Seimon, Main Gate

Seimon, Main Gate

The main gate, leading to the Honmaru, was one of the most important castle gates, and one reserved for the use of elite retainers and guests. It was rebuilt, along with the tower keeps in 1959.

The Victorious Kaya Tree Natural Monument

The Victorious Kaya Tree

Designated a Natural Monument, this Kaya tree is believed to be over 600 years old. According to the legend, Tokugawa Yoshinao, the first lord of Nagoya, ate the nuts of this tree and prayed for victory before going off to battle.