Kumamoto Castle
熊本城
Explore Kumamoto Castle, a historic hirayamajiro and one of Japan's Great Castles, known for its cherry blossoms.
What it is
- A Japanese castle from the Azuchi-Momoyama to Edo periods.
- Also known as Ginnanjo (Ginkgo Castle).
- Kato Kiyomasa rebuilt a medieval castle into a hirayamajiro.
- Residence of the Hosokawa family until the end of the Edo period.
What to see
- Many turrets, gates, and walls, including the Uto Turret.
- Thirteen structures are National Important Cultural Properties.
- The castle ruins are a National Special Historic Site.
When to go
- Known as a cherry blossom viewing spot.
- One of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
熊本県熊本市中央区本丸1−1 Open in Google Maps
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