Château de Taki

Château de Taki was a Japanese castle on elevated terrain in the Hitachi region featuring stone walls, dry moats, and defensive structures. Today the grounds are known as Taki-no-jo-shi Park and offer walking paths, informational displays, and a shrine at its summit.

The fortress was built in the 15th century and changed hands between clan families over time. It was abandoned in 1590 after Tokugawa Ieyasu's arrival altered the region's political landscape.

The name Taki-no-jo comes from a waterfall on the eastern side of the hill, which visitors can still see today within the park grounds. This natural water feature continues to shape how people experience the location.

The park is easy to explore on foot thanks to its walking paths of varying difficulty levels. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since the climb to the summit can be steep and ground conditions may be slippery depending on weather.

Archaeological excavations at the site have revealed multiple building foundations that provide insights into medieval Japanese military architecture. These discoveries allow visitors to understand the technical sophistication of earlier defensive systems.

GPS coordinates: 36.18333,140.08972

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:47