足柄城

The stone foundations and defensive walls of Ashigara Castle extend across multiple levels of the mountainous terrain at coordinates 35.320056, 139.011944.

Constructed during Japan's feudal period, Ashigara Castle served as a strategic military fortification for controlling the mountain passes between Kanagawa and Shizuoka regions.

The castle grounds contain remnants of traditional Japanese fortification techniques, including stone walls arranged in specific patterns that reflect period construction methods.

Visitors can access the castle ruins through marked hiking trails that wind through the forested slopes, with informational signs indicating key archaeological features.

The remaining stone structures of Ashigara Castle demonstrate the engineering capabilities of medieval Japanese builders who adapted fortress designs to mountainous landscapes.

GPS coordinates: 35.32006,139.01194

Latest update: May 24, 2025 03:50