Hitoyoshi Castle, Japanese castle in Hitoyoshi, Japan.
The castle sits at the meeting point of the Kuma and Mune Rivers, with natural water defenses and mountain slopes forming protective barriers.
The Sagara clan controlled this stronghold for 35 generations, spanning 670 years until its decommissioning during the Meiji restoration of 1871.
The Hitoyoshi Castle Festival features traditional horseback archery, boat archery demonstrations, and outdoor tea ceremonies beginning with a warrior parade.
The castle ruins are accessible without charge, while the Hitoyoshi Castle History Museum charges 200 yen for adult admission and displays artifacts.
The castle incorporates hanedashi wall structures, a European-influenced architectural element that extends outward, making it distinct among Japanese fortifications.
Location: Hitoyoshi
Inception: 1199
Founders: Sagara Nagayori
Part of: 100 Fine Castles of Japan
Address: 熊本県人吉市麓町 868-0051
Phone: +81966222324
Website: https://city.hitoyoshi.lg.jp/kanko/kankojyoho/2285580
GPS coordinates: 32.21111,130.76653
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:27
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