Château d'Arato

The castle spreads along a ridge extending from Mount Kamuriki, featuring defensive structures and watchtowers positioned above steep slopes near Chikuma River.

Built in 1524 by the Yamada clan, the castle changed hands multiple times during conflicts between the Takeda and Murakami clans until 1584.

The castle grounds include reconstructed buildings that demonstrate traditional Japanese military architecture with wooden structures placed upon stone foundations.

Visitors can reach the castle site by taking a taxi from Togura Station on the Shinano Railway line, with the journey costing approximately 1700 yen.

The castle site underwent transformation in 1995, converting from a former parkland into a historical site park with reconstructed medieval structures.

GPS coordinates: 36.47981,138.13644

Latest update: May 11, 2025 10:12