Okitsu Castle, Medieval hilltop castle in Katsuura, Japan
The stone walls and protective moats of Okitsu Castle extend across multiple defensive rings, forming a strategic military position overlooking the surrounding region.
Built in 1258 during the Kamakura period, Okitsu Castle functioned as a defensive fortification through various periods of territorial conflicts among regional samurai clans.
The castle grounds demonstrate the architectural principles of Japanese fortifications, with distinct areas reflecting the social hierarchy of feudal Japan.
Visitors access the castle ruins through public transportation to Katsuura station, followed by a local bus service that operates throughout the day.
The remaining foundation stones and earthworks of Okitsu Castle provide evidence of early Japanese castle construction techniques from the pre-Sengoku period.
Location: Katsuura
Inception: 1258
GPS coordinates: 35.14558,140.25072
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:03
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