Kikuchi Castle
鞠智城
Explore Japan's southernmost ancient mountain castle ruins, a significant national historic site.
What it is
- An ancient Japanese mountain castle.
- Existed for 300 years, from late 7th to mid-10th century.
- Designated a national historic site in 2004.
- Selected as one of the Continued 100 Fine Castles of Japan.
What to see
- Castle wall perimeter is about 3.5 kilometers.
- Castle area is approximately 55 hectares.
- Two octagonal building remains were excavated.
- A total of 72 building remains were confirmed.
- Three castle gate remains, earthworks, and water gates.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
熊本県山鹿市菊鹿町米原443-1 Open in Google Maps
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