Akashi Castle
明石城
Akashi Castle, a historic hirayamashiro, offers a glimpse into Edo period defense and beautiful cherry blossoms.
What it is
- A hirayamashiro castle built to restrain western daimyo.
- Construction ordered in 1617, completed in 1620.
- Also known as Kiharu Castle and Kinko Castle.
- Castle ruins designated a National Historic Site in 2004.
What to see
- Sumi Yagura and Hitsujisaru Yagura are Important Cultural Properties.
- Repaired yagura and stone walls after 1995 earthquake.
- The castle site was a battlefield during the Kakitsu Rebellion.
When to go
- Akashi Park is a Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spot.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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