Takashima Castle
高島城
Takashima Castle, a rare lake castle, offers a glimpse into Edo period engineering and history.
What it is
- A flatland castle, also known as Suwa no Ukishiro.
- Built by Hinenoya in the late 16th century.
- Once a water castle protruding into Lake Suwa.
- One of Japan's Three Great Lake Castles.
What to see
- All-stone walls, eight turrets, and six gates.
- A three-story keep built with advanced techniques.
- Evidence of reclamation that changed its appearance.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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