革嶋城

The stone fortification stands on elevated terrain, utilizing natural defenses with earthen walls, moats, and multiple baileys spanning across the hilltop.

The castle construction dates back to 1500, during a period when numerous fortifications emerged throughout the Yamashiro region for territorial control.

The fortress represents traditional Japanese military architecture, integrating defensive structures with the natural mountainous landscape of Kyoto Prefecture.

Visitors can reach the castle ruins through walking paths that wind up the hillside, offering views of the surrounding Kawashima district.

The castle employs multiple levels of earthwork fortifications, demonstrating the engineering methods used in medieval Japanese mountain fortresses.

Location: Yamashiro Province

Inception: 15 century

Address: 京都市西京区川島玉頭町 615-8193 615-8193

GPS coordinates: 34.97533,135.70208

Latest update: June 2, 2025 08:43