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Shiroishi Castle

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Explore a faithful wooden reconstruction of a historic castle with a unique past.

Shiroishi Castle
by Haseyu- Public domain resized via Wikimedia Commons

What it is

  • A hirayamajiro type of Japanese castle.
  • Designated historic site of Shiroishi City.
  • Residence of the Shiroishi and Katakura clans.
  • Exempt from the Edo shogunate's 'one castle per province' rule.

What to see

  • Three-story yagura and gates, restored in wood.
  • Castle built on a 76-meter-high hill.
  • One of the Continued 100 Fine Castles of Japan.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Shiroishi Castle Open in Google Maps

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