Takamatsu Castle, Japanese castle in Takamatsu, Japan
Takamatsu Castle features three concentric moats filled with seawater from the Seto Inland Sea, with the main keep situated on an artificial island.
The fortress was completed in 1590 under the direction of Ikoma Chikamasa, who transformed a port town called Nohara into a strategic maritime stronghold.
The castle remains include the Tsukimi Turret and Uzumi Turret, which are designated as Important Cultural Properties and exemplify classical Japanese military architecture.
The castle grounds, now Tamamo Park, open from 7:00 to 18:00 in summer months and 8:30 to 17:00 in winter, with admission fees of 200 yen for adults.
The castle maintains active seawater moats where sea bream swim, making it one of the three great water castles of Japan alongside Imabari and Nakatsu.
Location: Tamamochō
Inception: 1590
Founders: Ikoma Chikamasa
Part of: 100 Fine Castles of Japan
Website: http://takamatsujyo.com
GPS coordinates: 34.35003,134.05039
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:26
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