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Gifu Castle

Perched atop 329m Mt. Kinka above the Nagara River, Gifu Castle was the base from which Oda Nobunaga launched his conquest of Japan. The reconstructed white keep offers sweeping views; the ropeway ride is a highlight for visitors.

Japanese Name岐阜城
PrefectureGifu Prefecture (岐阜県)
RegionChubu (中部)
Castle TypeMountain Castle
Year Built1201
Designation100名城
Coordinates35.4375, 136.7706