Kitsuki Castle, Japanese castle in Kitsuki, Japan.
The castle stands on Shiroyama hill between two rivers, with its concrete reconstruction rising 20 meters above the southern seashore of Kunisaki Peninsula.
Built in 1394 by the Kitsuki clan, the castle remained a military stronghold until the Meiji period when its original structures were dismantled.
The castle museum displays artifacts and documents that tell the story of samurai life and regional governance during the Edo period.
Visitors can reach the castle grounds via a short walk from Kitsuki Station, with guided tours available in multiple languages throughout the day.
The 1970 reconstruction holds the distinction of being the smallest castle in Japan, featuring three stories within its compact concrete structure.
Location: Kitsuki
Inception: 1394
GPS coordinates: 33.41475,131.62767
Latest update: May 13, 2025 11:24
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