Culture

October 7 — Japan's History and Today

October 6, 2026

On October 7, 1579, Oda Nobukatsu's invasion of Iga Province ended in defeat, and in 1888 the Meiji Palace in Miyagi (now the Imperial Palace) was completed. These events represent the turbulent Sengoku period and the modernization of Japan during the Meiji era.

Oda Nobukatsu's Invasion of Iga Province (1579) On October 7, 1579 (Tensho 6), Oda Nobukatsu launched a military attack on Iga Province but was repelled by local forces. Known as the First Tensho Iga War, this event highlights the resistance of local powers during Japan's Sengoku period. For residents and visitors, knowing that Iga is famed for its ninja heritage adds cultural depth when exploring the region.

Completion of the Meiji Palace in Miyagi (1888) In 1888, the Meiji Palace was completed in Miyagi, the site of today’s Imperial Palace. This palace served as the residence of Emperor Meiji and symbolized the beginning of Japan's modernization during the Meiji Restoration. Visitors to the Imperial Palace can gain a deeper appreciation of Japan’s political and cultural history by understanding the significance of this palace completed in 1888.