Taikōganaru, Historic castle ruins in Tottori, Japan
The remains of Taikōganaru castle stand atop Mount Kyusho, featuring stone foundations and defensive positions that overlook the surrounding Tottori landscape.
Toyotomi Hideyoshi constructed this fortification in 1581 during the Siege of Tottori, using it as a strategic position to control supply routes and isolate Tottori Castle.
The site represents Japanese military engineering from the Sengoku period, demonstrating the methods used for siege warfare and territorial control in feudal Japan.
Visitors can reach the ruins through marked hiking paths from central Tottori, with informational panels explaining the layout and functions of different sections.
Archaeological excavations at Taikōganaru have revealed military artifacts and structural elements that document the evolution of Japanese castle architecture in the 16th century.
Location: Tottori
Inception: 1581
Founders: Toyotomi Hideyoshi
GPS coordinates: 35.51111,134.25639
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:03
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