Nakamurayama Castle, Historic castle ruins in Owase, Japan
The stone walls and fortified structures of Nakamurayama Castle stand on a hill, demonstrating medieval Japanese defensive architecture from the Sengoku period.
Naka Sinhachiro constructed this strategic stronghold during the tumultuous Sengoku period, until its capture by Horinouchi Ujiyoshi's forces in 1582.
The remains of Nakamurayama Castle represent the traditional hirayamashiro style, a type of hilltop fortification common in medieval Japanese military architecture.
Visitors can explore the castle grounds through walking paths that connect different sections of the ruins, offering views of the surrounding Owase region.
The castle's position at coordinates 34.0722° N and 136.193° E provided defenders with clear sightlines across multiple valleys for monitoring approaching forces.
Location: Owase
GPS coordinates: 34.07220,136.19300
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:12
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