Azuchi, Shiga

Azuchi (安土町, Azuchi-chō) was a town located in Gamō District, Shiga Prefecture, Japan.

On March 21, 2010, Azuchi was merged into the expanded city of Ōmihachiman.

Azuchi Castle ruins remain for the temple Soken-ji donated by Oda Nobunaga.

He also established the oldest Christian Seminary in Japan, and its ruins are now a small public park.

Azuchi Station of The Biwako Line railway provides public transportation to the town.

Location of Azuchi in Shiga Prefecture
Stone steps leading up to the Azuchi Castle ruins.