Fukuyama Castle, Japanese castle in Fukuyama, Japan.
Fukuyama Castle sits on a hilltop that measures 400 meters long and 200 meters wide, with a five-story main tower at the northern edge and several defensive structures around it. Built from reinforced concrete, the complex shows the typical layout of Japanese fortifications with staggered walls and raised watchtowers along the outer sections.
Construction began in 1619 under the supervision of Mizuno Katsunari and finished in 1622. The structure served as the administrative center of the Bingo-Fukuyama domain throughout the Edo period.
The complex houses the Hiroshima Prefectural Museum of History, where visitors encounter artifacts from life along the Seto Inland Sea across different eras. The displays feature everyday objects and trade goods once carried through the waterways of this region.
The grounds lie within walking distance from Fukuyama Station and open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM. Access to the site and the main outdoor areas is straightforward, though some paths involve gentle slopes.
The main tower displays white plaster on three sides and black iron plates on the fourth as protective cladding. This design sets the structure apart from most other Japanese fortifications, which traditionally feature uniform plastering throughout.
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