Takatori Castle: The Strongest Castle in Japan
Sitting high in the mountain of south Nara Prefecture is Takatori castle. Though it no longer has its keep, it
Read moreSitting high in the mountain of south Nara Prefecture is Takatori castle. Though it no longer has its keep, it
Read moreIn the center of Aichi Prefecture is the old city, Okazaki. Known as the birthplace of Hatcho Miso, Okazaki is
Read moreFukuchiyama is the largest city in north Kansai, but not so many people know this city was once governed by
Read moreJapan’s very first castles were mountain castles or yamajiro. Unfortunately, many of them do not exist anymore, due to the
Read moreMt. Iimori is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, yet there is more to this mountain than just
Read moreFor many, many years the southern area of what is today Shiga prefecture was politically important for many warlords. Its
Read moreWhile there are many castles in Japan, only 5 of them are national treasures. In Kansai, Himeji Castle is of
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