Niwasejo Castle, Japanese castle in Kita-ku, Japan
Niwasejo Castle is a Japanese castle in Kita-ku featuring two concentric rings of fortifications made with wooden structures and stone walls that define its military design. The layout includes steep earthen ramparts, fortified gates, and defensive positions typical of castles from the Edo period.
The castle was built in the 17th century as the Tokugawa shogunate worked to secure and control western regions of Japan through strategic fortifications. It became one of many strongholds designed to maintain stability and order during the early Edo period.
The grounds once contained traditional Japanese gardens with water features and stone arrangements that showed the refined taste of the feudal lords who lived here.
The grounds are open from sunrise to sunset and can be reached by public transportation in about 20 minutes from central areas. Walking paths allow you to explore the ramparts and terrain from different angles, making most areas easy to visit.
Local legends speak of ghost sightings within these walls, with stories of former lords passed down through generations who once ruled from this stronghold. These supernatural tales have become part of the site's folklore and add to its mysterious character.
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