Kikuchi Castle, Ancient mountain fortress and museum in Kumamoto, Japan
The castle spans across 55 hectares on a plateau between 90 and 171 meters in elevation, featuring an extensive wall circumference of 3.5 kilometers.
Built around 660 CE, Kikuchi Castle functioned as a defensive structure against potential invasions from Tang China and Silla following the Battle of Hakusukinoe.
The octagonal drum tower design and discovered artifacts reflect strong Korean architectural influences, particularly from the Baekje civilization of the period.
The site includes multiple reconstructed buildings, walking trails, a museum displaying archaeological findings, and a restaurant serving regional dishes.
Archaeological investigations at the castle grounds revealed traces of 72 distinct buildings, including specialized storage facilities built on stilts to protect supplies.
Part of: Kikuchi Castle・Onkosouseikan
Address: 熊本県山鹿市菊鹿町米原443-1
Website: https://kofunkan.pref.kumamoto.jp/kikuchijo
GPS coordinates: 33.00207,130.78814
Latest update: May 18, 2025 19:45
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