Château de Hira, Japanese castle in Shiga Prefecture, Japan.
The stone walls and remaining foundations of Hira Castle stand on a hilltop near Lake Biwa, offering views across the surrounding landscape.
The Kuroda clan constructed Hira Castle in the early 16th century before Oda Nobunaga captured the fortification during his 1568 military campaign.
Hira Castle represents the architectural techniques of medieval Japanese fortifications, with strategic defensive positions and watchtowers monitoring the region.
Multiple hiking trails of varying difficulty levels lead visitors through the castle grounds, with informational panels explaining the historical significance.
The castle site contains a network of auxiliary forts, demonstrating the complex defensive systems employed by Japanese military architects.
GPS coordinates: 35.23072,136.90164
Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:48
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