Château de Furugo, Medieval castle on hilltop in Japan
The Château de Furugo stands on an elevated position with multiple defensive structures, including moats, turrets, and stone walls surrounding the main keep.
Built as a fort by Akamatsu Norimura in 1333, the structure transformed into Himeyama Castle in 1346 before developing into its current form.
The castle complex contains 83 buildings that demonstrate traditional Japanese architectural techniques and military engineering from the feudal period.
Multiple moats encircle the castle grounds, with one specifically designed for fire prevention and others holding water reserves for extended sieges.
The castle maintains its original defensive features while incorporating specialized warehouses that stored essential supplies during historical conflicts.
GPS coordinates: 36.79308,137.05275
Latest update: March 13, 2025 05:43
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