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Kurume Castle

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Kurume Castle, a historic Edo-period domain headquarters, offers a glimpse into Japan's feudal past.

Kurume Castle
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What it is

  • A Japanese castle in Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
  • Served as headquarters for the Kurume Domain during the Edo period.
  • Built as Shinohara Castle between 1504 and 1521.
  • Designated as a Fukuoka Prefectural Historic Site.

What to see

  • Castle ruins on a hill where two rivers meet.
  • Shinoyama Shrine, built on the main keep site.
  • Remains of a moat and stone walls.
  • Site of one of the Continued 100 Fine Castles of Japan.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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