Azuchi Castle, Japanese castle in Ōmi Province
Azuchi Castle, a hill castle located in Ōmihachiman, was one of the primary castles in Azuchi, Japan.
The inception of Azuchi Castle dates back to 1579 and it is now classified as a special historic site.
Playing significant role in Japanese history, Azuchi Castle represents the cultural heritage of its time.
Today, you can visit the ruins in Ōmihachiman city, near Lake Biwa.
Unlike many other Japanese castles, Azuchi Castle was not built for merely military purposes but also served as a luxurious mansion.
Location: Ōmi Province
Location: Ōmihachiman
Location: Shiga Prefecture
Inception: 1579
Founders: Oda Nobunaga, Niwa Nagahide
Floors above the ground: 7
Elevation above the sea: 199 m
Height: 46 m
Material: wood, stone
Website: azuchi-nobunaga.com
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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