Kuwabara Castle, Mountain fortress ruins in Suwa, Japan
The stone walls and defensive structures of Kuwabara Castle stand on a mountaintop, providing clear views across the Suwa region and surrounding landscape.
The castle witnessed the defeat of the Suwa clan by Takeda Shingen in 1542, marking a crucial moment in the territorial control of Nagano Prefecture.
The Ninomaru Riot between 1770 and 1783 emerged from factional conflicts within the castle, reflecting the complex political dynamics of feudal Japanese society.
Visitors can reach the castle ruins through local transportation services from Suwa station, with taxis offering direct access to the mountain location.
The castle's defensive trenches remain visible today, demonstrating the military engineering techniques employed by Japanese castle builders in the 16th century.
Location: Suwa
GPS coordinates: 36.02574,138.13977
Latest update: March 7, 2025 09:22
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