Fuwa district

Fuwa district is an administrative area in Gifu Prefecture that stretches across mountainous valleys connecting the Kansai and Tokai regions. It comprises two main towns, Tarui and Sekigahara, nestled within this varied terrain.

The district was established in 1879, though its significance stems from Sekigahara, where a decisive 1600 battle led to the formation of the Tokugawa shogunate. This event shaped Japan's political structure for centuries to come.

Tarui preserves the site of the former Mino Provincial Capital and the Nangu Taisha shrine, which serves as the principal shrine of the region. Visitors can see how these sacred places remain centers of local religious life today.

The district connects well to major urban centers through the Meishin Expressway, Tokaido Shinkansen, and Tokaido Main Line railway. The mountainous terrain means you should allow extra time when traveling between different parts of the area.

Sekigahara maintains sister city relationships with Gettysburg, Pennsylvania and Waterloo, Belgium, connecting across continents. These partnerships recognize shared histories of military turning points that shaped different nations.

Location: Gifu Prefecture

Inception: February 18, 1879

GPS coordinates: 35.37087,136.48012

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:22