Ryūōzan Castle, Hill castle on Mount Ryūō in Tenri, Japan.
Ryūōzan Castle stands at an elevation of 586 meters, offering views of the Nara Basin, Yamato Sanzan mountains, and on clear days, Osaka Plain.
Records from 1507 indicate the Toichi clan constructed this mountain fortress during the Sengoku period, when it served as a defensive stronghold.
The ancient burial grounds known as Ryūōzan Kofun group at the mountain base connect the site to early Japanese funeral traditions.
Visitors can access the castle through multiple hiking routes, including paths from Tenri Dam or the basin side near Chōgaku-ji Temple.
The mountain received its name from the Ryūō Shrine in the Yanagimoto and Ta areas, maintaining this connection through centuries.
Location: Tenri
GPS coordinates: 34.56147,135.87439
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:36
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