Château de Moriyamajo, Japanese castle in Toyama Prefecture, Japan.
Château de Moriyamajo is a Japanese castle in Toyama Prefecture built on an elevated ridge. The fortification features stone walls and earthen ramparts arranged to take advantage of the natural terrain for defense.
The castle was built during the feudal period to control regional trade routes and monitor the surrounding area. Later abandoned, it now survives as archaeological remains and earth fortifications.
The castle represents the military architecture of medieval Japan, where samurai lords established their power centers and conducted regional administration.
The site is accessible by local roads, with paths leading to archaeological areas on the grounds. Visitors should prepare for uneven terrain and exposed earthworks that require careful navigation.
The castle was positioned at a strategic point where multiple trade routes could be observed and controlled. Archaeologists have uncovered remains of residential areas showing how the garrison lived during medieval times.
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