True Last Samurai! Hijikata

Shinsengumi!


Attention, all Samurai Lovers! May 11th is the day Toshizo Hijikata, the second chief commander of Shinsengumi, fell in battle at Fort Gorokaku 140 years ago, which also meant the end of Shinsengumi. It’s one of the most dramatic moments of Japan history: the end of Edo Period, or "Bakumatsu." This week at Hijikata Museum, Toshizo Hijikata’s Samurai sword (和泉守兼定) is displayed. There are also his armer, poems, and his practice sword are displayed. The Museum opens on 10th, 11th, and 17th from 9am to 4pm. Also visit Sekidenji Temple where Hijikata's tomb are placed.