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Learn about the history and structure of Japanese castles, which were built for defense and authority in the feudal era. Explore the original and reconstructed castles across Japan, from Himeji Castle to Shuri Castle, and see their features and ratings.
Japanese castles (城, shiro or jō) are fortresses constructed primarily of wood and stone. They evolved from the wooden stockades of earlier centuries and came into their best-known form in the 16th century.
14 Μαρ 2023 · A list of 100 castles compiled by the Japan Castle Foundation highlights the country’s most culturally and historically significant fortresses.
15 Απρ 2023 · Unlike anywhere else in the world, castles in Japan are a unique example of classic Japanese architecture. Find out where to enjoy them across the country!
Himeji Castle (姫路城, Himeji-jō) ([çimeʑiꜜʑoː] ⓘ) is a hilltop Japanese castle complex situated in Himeji, a city in the Hyōgo Prefecture of Japan. The castle is regarded as the finest surviving example of prototypical Japanese castle architecture, comprising a network of 83 rooms with advanced defensive systems from the feudal ...
17 Νοε 2022 · Famous Japanese castles include Nagoya and Osaka castles, but the tenshu (castle keep) are reconstructions. There are twelve surviving castles with original tenshu; Himeji and Matsumoto are generally regarded as being the most impressive.
1 Μαΐ 2024 · Explore 24 of Japan's architectural wonders and learn about their history and culture. Discover the well-known and lesser-known castles, their defensive features, materials, and stories.
