Somayama Castle, Mountain castle in Minamiechizen, Japan
The fortification stands at 492 meters above sea level on Mount Soma, occupying three distinct sections: the main tower area, east palace, and west palace.
Built in the late Kamakura period by Uryu Hitoshi, the castle served as a stronghold for Prince Morinaga during the Northern and Southern Courts period.
The castle grounds contain multiple artifacts, including foundation stones of ancient structures, earthen walls, and deep moats that reflect medieval Japanese fortification techniques.
Visitors can access the castle ruins through a 10-minute drive from the Imajo Interchange of the Hokuriku Expressway to the trailhead parking area.
The Koromo-kake rock formation at the castle features a vertical cliff where, according to records, the lord's wife and servants jumped during a siege.
Location: Minamiechizen
GPS coordinates: 35.80233,136.21948
Latest update: March 4, 2025 04:54
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