Akana Castle, Mountain castle in Iinan, Japan
The castle spans across multiple terraces along a T-shaped hilltop ridge with stone walls reaching 20 meters in length at its central peak.
Built by the Akana clan during the 15th century, the fortress fell in 1542 when Mitsukiyo Akana defended against the Ouchi clan siege.
The castle structure reflects Japanese military architecture with its strategic position 600 meters above sea level, incorporating dry moats and clay fortifications.
Visitors need to arrange transportation to reach this remote location in Shimane Prefecture, as the nearest train station operates at Miyoshi on the Geibi Line.
The castle rises from the Chugoku Mountains where 90 percent of the surrounding territory consists of forest land with heavy winter snowfall.
Location: Iinan
GPS coordinates: 34.99444,132.72167
Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:23
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