basic information

The Takadachi Gikeido is a memorial dedicated to Minamoto Yoshitsune, the younger brother of Minamoto Yoritomo. In one of Japan's most famous and tragic events, Yoshitsune was killed by the order of Yoritomo who considered his younger brother a potential rival on his way to become the absolute ruler of Japan. Hunted by Yoritomo, Yoshitsune first found refuge in Hiraizumi, where he was finally hunted down and killed, and the city was destroyed.

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how to get there

The Takadachi Gikeido is a 10-15 minute walk from the JR Hiraizumi Station in direction of Chusonji.

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3rd of 4 most visited sights in Hiraizumi.
347th of 385 most visited sights nationwide.