Sanuki Castle, Japanese castle ruins in Futtsu, Japan
Sanuki Castle is a castle site in Futtsu with preserved stone walls and moat foundations built on elevated ground. The ruins allow a view of the surrounding landscape of the former Kazusa Province.
The castle was founded in 1460 and served as the administrative center of the Sanuki Domain under the Tokugawa shogunate during the Edo period. The fortification reflects the military architecture methods that were common in the region during the Sengoku period.
The site shows how castle towns in this region were organized and what role they played in people's daily lives. Visitors can still see today how samurai, soldiers, and the community lived together in this area.
The site is freely accessible year-round and suits any weather, with the elevated location providing dry conditions after rain. The Futtsu Tourism Office can provide information about navigation and local guides.
Historical records show that the castle town once housed a substantial military and civilian population living closely together. These details illustrate how significant this location was for the region.
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