GIFU--Once occupied by Japan’s most powerful warlord, Gifu Castle now plays host to visitors eager to explore the iconic fortress, meet samurai warriors and shoot arrows--virtually, that is.

Metaverse - now this is a buzzword we've heard a lot recently. The city has (re)created part of the castle from the era of a samurai named Oda Nobunaga for the metaverse.

In the city of Gifu, it appeared above Mount Kinka and shined as if to illuminate Gifu Castle on the mountain ... every Monday to Friday at 4 p.m., Japan time. Click/tap here for past installments.

We visit Furukawa, an old district of Hida City in Gifu Prefecture, which is surrounded by mountains and stunning scenery.

Gifu Prefecture is in the Chubu region, the center of Honshu, Japan’s largest island. It boasts a perfect blend of traditional and modern charm, with its rich history and cultural heritage.