Kawagoe Castle, Japanese castle in Kuruwamachi, Saitama Prefecture, Japan
Kawagoe Castle is a fortification in Kuruwamachi, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. The elevated grounds hold the main hall and a three-story watchtower that overlooks the center of Kawagoe.
The fortification was built in 1457 under the direction of builder Ota Dokan. It served as a base during the confrontations between the Hojo clan and different branches of the Uesugi family.
The main hall reflects the design of administrative residences built for feudal lords. Visitors today walk through wooden corridors and reception rooms where representatives of the shogunate once conducted their duties.
The fortification is about an hour from Tokyo on the Seibu Shinjuku Line, with an exit at Hon-Kawagoe station. The buildings stand on a hill, so visitors should expect a short uphill walk.
The Karo Assembly Room was moved back to the fortification grounds and preserves original elements of the administrative quarters from the Edo period. This room once hosted meetings of the highest-ranking vassals to discuss important matters.
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