Yagyū Jin'ya, Historical samurai residence in Nara, Japan.
The Yagyū Jin'ya features traditional Japanese architecture with stone foundations, wooden structures, and gardens designed for both defense and meditation purposes.
Established in 1642 by sword master Yagyū Munenori, this administrative center served as a symbol of the Yagyū clan's power during the Tokugawa period.
The residence displays artifacts from the Yagyū Shinkage-ryū school of swordsmanship, including ancient weapons, armor, and training equipment used by samurai warriors.
The site opens daily from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with guided tours available in Japanese, and requires a 20-minute bus ride from Nara Station.
A massive stone known as Ittō-seki stands on the grounds, which according to records was split in half by a single sword strike.
Location: Nara
Inception: 1642
Founders: Yagyū Munenori
GPS coordinates: 34.72889,135.95292
Latest update: March 12, 2025 10:39
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