Yamabe Castle

Stone walls reaching 2.5 meters in height remain at the site of Yamabe Castle, situated among the mountains near other historical fortifications.

The Yamabe clan constructed this defensive structure in the early 14th century, maintaining control until the Ogasawara clan captured it in 1505.

The castle ruins demonstrate the architectural methods and defensive strategies used by Japanese feudal lords during the regional conflicts of medieval times.

Visitors can explore the mountain trails leading to multiple castle ruins in the area, including nearby Kirihara Castle with its notable stone fortifications.

The castle's position in the valley created a network of defensive structures that controlled movement through the mountainous region of medieval Matsumoto.

Location: Matsumoto

GPS coordinates: 36.22344,138.05381

Latest update: March 7, 2025 02:37