龜山城

The castle stands on a 24-meter hill resembling a turtle shape, with the western side forming the head and eastern part the tail.

During the Muromachi period in 1446, Washizu Hirotada constructed this castle as a defensive position against the anticipated attacks from Ouchi Mochiyo.

The castle grounds preserve ancient military engineering techniques through remaining stone walls that showcase traditional Japanese fortification methods.

Visitors reach the castle site by walking through a path between Horenji Temple and the Nagato Environmental Health Center, continuing through a cemetery.

The fortress acted as a forward base for Fukawa Castle, maintaining strategic control over the coastal approaches from the Hibiki Sea.

Location: Nagato

Address: 山口県長門市東深川1324

GPS coordinates: 34.37156,131.18331

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:05