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Hiyama Andō Clan Fortified Residence ruins

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檜山安東氏城館跡

Explore extensive ruins of a 15th-century mountain castle, once home to the powerful Hiyama Ando clan.

Hiyama Andō Clan Fortified Residence ruins
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What it is

  • Ruins of a large mountain castle.
  • Also known as Kiriyama Castle or Horinochi Castle.
  • Construction began around 1456 by Ando Masasue.
  • Designated a national historic site in 1980 and 1986.

What to see

  • Extensive castle ruins, 1500 meters east-west.
  • The castle's core is at the southernmost highest point.
  • Kokushoji Temple, the Ando family temple, built around 1504.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Hiyama Andō Clan Fortified Residence ruins Open in Google Maps

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