Takakoshi Castle

The castle ruins stand on Mount Takakoshi at an elevation of 172 meters, featuring multiple defensive baileys and a strategic overlook of the Sanyo Road point.

Built in 1281 by Sadatsuna Utsunomiya, the fortress changed hands through several clans before becoming the birthplace of Hojo Soun, founder of the Later Hojo clan.

The archaeological site maintains structural elements from medieval Japanese fortification architecture, including residential quarters, defensive trenches, and military outposts spanning multiple levels.

Visitors can reach the castle ruins via a 30-minute drive from Kasaoka Interchange on the Sanyo Expressway or by taxi from Saun-no-sato-Ebara Station.

The castle location provided military commanders with direct observation of both land routes and maritime traffic, controlling access between the inland territories and Setouchi ports.

Location: Ibara

GPS coordinates: 34.60567,133.52006

Latest update: March 5, 2025 05:02