Shingū Castle, Historic Japanese castle in Shingu, Japan
The castle extends across a hilltop in a U-shape formation, with a central area measuring 50 by 30 meters containing watchtower structures.
Built in 1618 by Asano Tadayoshi and completed in 1633 by Mizuno Shigeyoshi, the castle served as a strategic fortification during the Edo period.
The castle grounds include the Mizuno clan cemetery located one kilometer south, reflecting the deep connections between feudal lords and their territories.
Located 15 minutes by foot from JR Shingu Station, the castle grounds offer free entry and transform into a cherry blossom viewing location in spring.
The Kumano River forms a natural moat behind the castle, while the entrance features a complex path system with multiple dead ends through stone walls.
Location: Shingu
Inception: 1618
Part of: Continued Top 100 Japanese Castles
GPS coordinates: 33.72992,135.99247
Latest update: May 12, 2025 13:07
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