Ura Castle, Mountain fortress in Akita Prefecture, Japan.
The fortress extends for 700 meters along a narrow mountain ridge at an elevation of 120 meters, featuring defensive circles and earthen embankments.
In 1588, Lord Miura Hiyogo no Kami Morinaga lost his life during conflicts between the Minato Ando and Hiyama Ando clans.
The Murakumo Falls, located northwest of the castle grounds, marks the location where Lord Morinaga performed ritual suicide according to local accounts.
Visitors can reach the castle through a 50-minute walk from Hachirogata Station or take a 10-minute drive from Gojome-Hachirogata Interchange.
The Ura Castle History Preservation Society maintains the site with handmade direction signs and educational panels throughout the walking paths.
GPS coordinates: 39.97094,140.09164
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:27
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