Shinpu Castle, Japanese castle in Nirasaki, Japan
Located on Mount Nishimori at 524 meters above sea level, Shinpu Castle features earthen walls, dry moats, and multiple defensive baileys across 257,721 square meters.
Constructed in 1581 by Takeda Katsuyori as his new headquarters, the castle fell to Oda and Tokugawa forces in 1582 after just 68 days of occupation.
The castle grounds contain Fubutakeinari Shrine, dedicated to Takeda Katsuyori, preserving the connection between military architecture and religious traditions in Japanese culture.
The castle remains are accessible through JR Shinpu Station on the Chuo Line, with a 15-minute walk leading visitors to the main bailey area.
The castle incorporates a distinctive masugata gate design in its northwest corner, featuring inner and outer earthen walls creating a specialized defensive entrance.
Location: Nirasaki
Inception: 1581
GPS coordinates: 35.73583,138.42528
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:47
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