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Isawa Castle

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胆沢城

Explore Isawa Castle, an ancient fortress and national historic site, for a glimpse into early Japanese history.

Isawa Castle
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What it is

  • An ancient Japanese castle in Mutsu Province.
  • Built in 802 by Sakanoue Tamuramaro.
  • Functioned as a chinjufu for 150 years.
  • Now the Isawa Castle Ruins Historical Park.

What to see

  • Total area of approximately 460,000 square meters.
  • Remains of a double moat system.
  • Site of a 90-meter square government office.
  • Restored parts of the outer south gate and south road.

Getting there

  • About 15 minutes by bus from Mizusawa Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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