Château de Kankishiro

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Château de Kankishiro

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Château de Kankishiro, Medieval fortress in Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan.

The Kankishiro castle features defensive structures, including stone walls, wooden gates, and watchtowers positioned along its perimeter.

The fortress was constructed during the Sengoku period and served as a military stronghold for local lords controlling the surrounding territories.

The castle represents traditional Japanese military architecture with its multi-layered defensive systems and strategic positioning on elevated ground.

Visitors can access the castle grounds through walking paths that lead to observation points offering views of the Hyōgo landscape.

The castle incorporates specialized defensive features, including hidden passages and arrow slots integrated into its stone foundations.

GPS coordinates: 34.79511,134.82939

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:29

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