Château d'Ishimota

The stone foundation walls of Ishimota Castle extend across multiple levels of the mountainside, incorporating natural terrain features for defense.

Built during the Sengoku period in the 15th century, Ishimota Castle served as a military stronghold when Japan experienced political instability.

The castle design reflects traditional Japanese military architecture with separate defensive rings and strategic placement of gates at right angles.

Visitors can reach the castle ruins by following a marked hiking trail through the forested slopes of the mountain.

The castle ruins maintain original stone formations that demonstrate how medieval Japanese builders adapted fortification techniques to mountainous terrain.

GPS coordinates: 37.88989,140.55594

Latest update: March 13, 2025 23:01