Hachiōji Castle
八王子城
Explore the ruins of a 16th-century mountain castle, a significant historical site.
What it is
- A Japanese mountain castle built by Hōjō Ujiteru.
- Construction began in 1571, becoming his base in 1587.
- A military stronghold for the Hōjō clan in western Kantō.
- Designated a National Historic Site in 1951.
What to see
- Castle ruins on Mount Fukasawa (Shiroyama).
- Guidance facility for the castle ruins.
- Recognized as a Japan Heritage site in 2020.
- One of Japan's Top 100 Castles.
Getting there
- Accessible by bus from Takao Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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