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Château de Hiraishiro

Château de Hiraishiro, Japanese castle in Gunma Prefecture, Japan

Description

Château de Hiraishiro is a Japanese castle in Gunma Prefecture featuring stone walls and wooden structures distributed across multiple defensive rings. The site displays guard towers positioned at key points and stone foundations that reveal its original military layout.

History

The castle emerged in the 15th century as a military stronghold during Japan's period of warring states. It served an important role in regional defense and control during this tumultuous time.

Culture

The design of Hiraishiro Castle follows traditional Japanese architecture principles with multiple floors inside its main tower and separate living quarters.

Practical

The ruins are accessible on foot through marked paths that guide you across the site's different sections. The remaining stone walls are easy to follow and help you understand the layout of the former military complex.

Did you know?

The castle's position at 36.219167 latitude and 139.03 longitude provides views over the surrounding landscape from its elevated vantage point.

GPS coordinates
36.21917,139.03000
Latest update
December 8, 2025 13:43

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