片野城

Located at an elevation, Katano Castle features stone foundations, wooden structures, and defensive walls that follow the natural mountain terrain.

Built during the Sengoku period, Katano Castle served as a strategic defensive position controlling access routes through the mountainous region.

The castle design represents traditional Japanese military architecture with its strategic placement and integration into the natural landscape.

The ruins of Katano Castle can be accessed through a hiking trail that leads visitors through forested paths to the castle site.

The castle's position at coordinates 36.221472, 140.215056 provides views of the surrounding valleys and demonstrates medieval Japanese fortification techniques.

GPS coordinates: 36.22147,140.21506

Latest update: May 13, 2025 19:46