iconic Kumamoto Castle is rising from the ashes. The temblors caused serious damage to the structures that make up one of Japan’s most traditional fortresses, in addition to the succession of ...

Shuri-jo Castle served not only as the royal palace but also the center of politics, diplomacy and culture for 450 years from 1429. Okinawa became part of Japan when it was annexed as a ...

but one of the most underrated attractions are Japan’s castles. In James Clavell’s novel Shogun, castles in Japan played a huge part in the country’s feudal past. Many Japanese castles are ...

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The Takeda Castle ruins stretch for 100 meters east to west and 400 meters north to south. Also known by their alternate name, “Torafusu Castle,” the ruins are 353.7 meters above sea level and sit at ...

Himeji-jo Castle in Hyogo prefecture was designated as a National Treasure in 1951, and became Japan's first place to gain World Cultural Heritage site listing in 1993. The castle dates back to 1346 ...