Oda Castle, Medieval fortification in Tsukuba, Japan
Oda Castle sits at the base of Mount Hokyozan with a central bailey surrounded by moats, earthen walls, and defensive structures covering 40 hectares.
Built in 1185 by Hatta Tomoka, the fortress became a stronghold for the Southern Court during the Nanbokucho period, hosting Prince Kitabatake Akiie.
The excavated garden ruins within the main bailey, including two ponds, demonstrate the high social status of the Oda clan in medieval Japan.
The castle grounds include a free parking area, an information center with historical exhibits, and walking paths through the restored fortification sections.
The castle features one of the largest surviving dry moats in Japan, with a distinctive shoji-style bottom pattern discovered during archaeological excavations.
Location: Tsukuba
GPS coordinates: 36.15028,140.11083
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:30
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