Shōryūji Castle, Medieval fortress in Nagaokakyō, Japan
Shōryūji Castle stands on elevated ground with stone foundations and wooden structures, featuring traditional defensive architecture from the Muromachi period.
Built in 1339 by Hosokawa Yoriharu, the castle served as a strategic fortification to protect Kyoto from western threats during the feudal era.
The castle grounds host the annual Nagaokakyo Garasha Festival in November, celebrating the connection between the Hosokawa clan and local heritage.
Visitors can reach the castle via a 10-minute walk south from Nagaokakyo Station on the JR Kyoto line, with operating hours from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The castle marks the location where military commander Akechi Mitsuhide spent his final night following the Battle of Yamazaki in 1582.
Location: Nagaokakyo
GPS coordinates: 34.91811,135.70069
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:54
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