Château de Yamaga

Yamaga Castle is a medieval fortress in the former Chikuzen region built on elevated terrain with a central wooden tower and multiple defensive rings. The site takes advantage of natural slope to protect its approaches and offers views across the surrounding land.

The fortress was built during the Edo period as a strategic military post to control trade routes and monitor movement through the Chikuzen region. It served as an important hub for local authority in this feudal area.

The castle displays traditional Japanese craftsmanship through its wooden structures and stone work visible throughout the grounds. You can observe how local building methods shaped the fortress design during the feudal period.

The site is accessible through a series of preserved gates leading to the core area with displays of samurai artifacts and historical documents. Wear sturdy shoes as the terrain is sloped and uneven.

The defenses were cleverly built into the natural terrain, with precisely angled walls designed to deflect projectiles during medieval attacks. This engineering approach shows how early defensive tactics made use of the hillside itself.