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Ki Castle

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鬼ノ城

Explore Ki Castle, an ancient mountain fortress with restored walls and gates, offering a glimpse into 7th-century Japan.

Ki Castle
by Reggaeman CC BY-SA 3.0 resized via Wikimedia Commons

What it is

  • An ancient Japanese mountain castle.
  • Built in the latter half of the 7th century.
  • Designated a National Historic Site in 1986.
  • Selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Castles.

What to see

  • Restored castle walls and west gate.
  • Four gates, a corner tower, and six water gates.
  • Seven foundation stone building ruins.
  • Castle walls extend for 2.8 kilometers.
  • The castle area covers 30 hectares.

Getting there

  • Kinojō Visitor Center and parking are available.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Ki Castle Open in Google Maps

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