Shirakawa Barrier, Ancient fortification in Hatajuku, Shirakawa, Japan.
The Shirakawa Barrier features dry moats, double wooden palisades, and earthen ramparts stretching along the Ōshū Kaidō highway in Fukushima Prefecture.
Established in the Nara period, the fortification controlled traffic between central provinces and northern regions while defending against Emishi tribes until the 10th century.
The stone monument erected by Matsudaira Sadanobu in 1800 stands next to Shirakawa Shrine, marking the location of this former checkpoint.
Visitors can reach the National Historic Site by car or taxi, as public transportation options remain limited in this area of Fukushima Prefecture.
Archaeological excavations between 1956 and 1963 uncovered remnants of pit dwellings and blacksmith workshops within the fortification complex.
Location: Shirakawa
GPS coordinates: 37.04710,140.22900
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:42
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