Aizuwakamatsu Castle

Located at the center of Aizuwakamatsu city in Fukushima Prefecture, the castle stands on a hill, built with wood and stone foundations.

Founded in 1384 by Ashina Naomori as Kurokawa Castle, it served as the administrative center of Aizu until its destruction by the new government in 1874.

During the Edo period, the castle functioned as the headquarters for the Aizu Han daimyo, including Hoshina Masayuki, son of shogun Tokugawa Hidetada.

The main tower contains a museum displaying samurai artifacts and includes an observation deck offering views across Aizuwakamatsu city and surrounding mountains.

The castle withstood a month-long siege during the Battle of Aizu in 1868, marking the last stand of the Tokugawa forces in northern Japan.

Location: Aizuwakamatsu

Inception: 1384

Founders: Ashina Naomori

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Fee: Yes

Charge: 410 JPY

Made from material: wood

Part of: 100 Fine Castles of Japan

Website: https://aizukanko.com

GPS coordinates: 37.48778,139.92972

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:37