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Castles in Japan — the 100 Fine Castles, on one map
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This page presents the "Fine Castles of Japan" collection, a curated list of 100 notable castles in Japan. The collection includes keeps, ruins, and stone walls that date from the age of the samurai. These sites were selected to represent the country's most significant historical fortifications.
The 100 castles are distributed across all 47 prefectures of Japan, from Hokkaido in the north to Okinawa in the south. Examples include Himeji Castle in Hyogo, Osaka Castle, and Shuri Castle in Okinawa. Other sites like Goryōkaku in Hokkaido and the Yoshinogari site in Saga are also part of this comprehensive list.
This collection allows travelers to locate these historical sites across the Japanese archipelago. Each entry provides details about the specific castle, offering a guide to the country's rich samurai heritage.
Hokkaido 北海道
Nemuro Peninsula Chashi Sites
根室半島チャシ跡群The Nemuro Peninsula Chashi Sites: remnants of historic castles scattered across Hokkaido's eastern tip.
Matsumae Castle
松前城Matsumae Castle: The sole traditional Japanese castle in Hokkaido.
Goryōkaku
五稜郭Goryōkaku in Hokkaido, Japan, a star-shaped fortress, is a captivating example among Japan's fine castles.
Aomori 青森
Hirosaki Castle
弘前城Hirosaki Castle, in Aomori, is celebrated as one of Japan's finest castles. Visit this historic landmark.
Ne Castle
根城Ne Castle: a designated national historic site, one of the Fine Castles of Japan in Aomori.
Iwate 岩手
Morioka Castle
盛岡城Explore the historic Morioka Castle site; a testament to Japan's rich heritage in Iwate.
Miyagi 宮城
Sendai Castle
仙台城Sendai Castle, one of the Fine Castles of Japan, stands in Miyagi, Japan.
Taga Castle
多賀城Taga Castle: an ancient, evocative site within Japan’s Miyagi Prefecture, with beautiful castle foundations.
Akita 秋田
Kubota Castle
久保田城Akita, Japan: Kubota Castle, a fine example among Japan's castles.
Yamagata 山形
Yamagata Castle
山形城Yamagata Castle, a historic landmark in Yamagata, Japan, stands as one of the fine castles of Japan.
Fukushima 福島
Aizuwakamatsu Castle
若松城Aizuwakamatsu Castle, a historic gem in Fukushima, stands as one of Japan's most beautiful castles.
Komine Castle
白河小峰城Komine Castle, a historic castle in Fukushima, is one of Japan's Fine Castles.
Nihonmatsu Castle
二本松城Nihonmatsu Castle, a historic Fukushima landmark, stands as one of Japan's fine castles.
Ibaraki 茨城
Mito Castle
水戸城Mito Castle, historical site, stands in Ibaraki, Japan. It's renowned as one of Japan's Fine Castles.
Tochigi 栃木
Banna-ji Temple
鑁阿寺Banna-ji Temple, one of Japan's Fine Castles, is located in Tochigi.
Gunma 群馬
Kanayama Castle
新田金山城Kanayama Castle, a Fine Castle of Japan, stands in Gunma.
Minowa Castle
箕輪城Minowa Castle, a Fine Castle of Japan in Gunma, offers a glimpse into feudal history.
Saitama 埼玉
Kawagoe Castle
川越城Kawagoe Castle in Saitama, Japan: Explore a fine example of Japanese castles.
Hachigata Castle
鉢形城Hachigata Castle: a fine castle in Saitama, Japan.
Chiba 千葉
Sakura Castle
佐倉城Explore the historic beauty of Sakura Castle grounds, a designated Fine Castle of Japan in Chiba.
Tokyo 東京
Hachiōji Castle
八王子城Hachiōji Castle, a fine example of Japanese castles, is located in Tokyo.
Edo Castle
江戸城Edo Castle: A majestic symbol of Tokyo, epitomizing the grandeur of Japanese castles.
Kanagawa 神奈川
Odawara Castle
小田原城Odawara Castle: a historic landmark in Kanagawa, Japan, showcasing a fine example of Japanese castle architecture.
Niigata 新潟
Shibata Castle
新発田城Visit Shibata Castle, one of the fine castles of Japan, located in Niigata.
Kasugayama Castle
春日山城Kasugayama Castle: A legendary fortress, among the 'Fine Castles of Japan', in Niigata.
Toyama 富山
Takaoka Castle
高岡城Takaoka Castle is a Fine Castle of Japan in Toyama. One of Japan's most beautiful, a must-see.
Ishikawa 石川
Kanazawa Castle
金沢城Once home to the Maeda clan, Kanazawa Castle is now a beautiful park with reconstructed turrets.
Nanao Castle
七尾城Nanao Castle was a prominent Japanese castle located in Ishikawa prefecture, renowned for its strategic importance and impressive fortifications.
Fukui 福井
Maruoka Castle
丸岡城Maruoka Castle, a Fukui jewel, is one of Japan's finest and oldest castles. Simply beautiful.
Ichijōdani Asakura Family Historic Ruins
一乗谷朝倉氏遺跡Immerse in Fukui's heritage at Ichijōdani Asakura Family Historic Ruins, a Fine Castles of Japan site.
Yamanashi 山梨
Tsutsujigasaki Castle
躑躅ヶ崎館Explore Tsutsujigasaki Castle, a fine example among Japan's castles, nestled in Yamanashi.
Maizuru Castle Park
甲府城Maizuru Castle Park in Yamanashi was once the site of a fine Japanese castle.
Nagano 長野
Matsushiro Castle
松代城Matsushiro Castle: A historic site in Nagano, Japan.
Takatō Castle
高遠城Takatō Castle, one of the Fine Castles of Japan, invites exploration in Nagano.
Komoro Castle
小諸城Komoro Castle: A Jewel Among Japan’s Finest, Nestled in Nagano.
Ueda Castle
上田城Ueda Castle, a magnificent example of a Japanese castle, stands proudly in Nagano.
Matsumoto Castle
松本城Matsumoto Castle, Nagano, is one of Japan's finest castles. Explore its historic beauty.
Gifu 岐阜
Iwamura Castle
岩村城Iwamura Castle in mountainous Gifu is one of Japan's finest castles.
Gifu Castle
岐阜城Gifu Castle stands proudly in Gifu, Japan, among the nation's fine castles.
Shizuoka 静岡
Sunpu Castle
駿府城Experience one of the fine castles of Japan in Shizuoka: the historic Sunpu Castle.
Kakegawa Castle
掛川城Kakegawa Castle, in Shizuoka, Japan, is a celebrated example of the nation's fine castles.
Yamanaka Castle
山中城Yamanaka Castle, in Shizuoka, stands as a testament to Japan’s fine castles.
Aichi 愛知
Okazaki Castle
岡崎城Okazaki Castle: A proud, historic symbol in Aichi, and a fine Japanese castle.
Inuyama Castle
犬山城Inuyama Castle: A national treasure and one of Japan's finest original castles, standing proudly in Aichi.
Nagoya Castle
名古屋城Explore Nagoya Castle, a fine example of Japanese castles, offering a glimpse into Aichi's rich history.
Nagashino Castle
長篠城Explore Nagashino Castle, a historic site in Aichi, Japan, and one of Japan's fine castles.
Mie 三重
Matsusaka Castle
松坂城Matsusaka Castle in Mie, Japan: Historic ruins and a peaceful park, offering glimpses into Japan's feudal past.
Iga Ueno Castle
上野城Iga Ueno Castle in Mie, Japan: one of Japan’s finest castles.
Shiga 滋賀
Hikone Castle
彦根城Immerse yourself in Japan's feudal past at Hikone Castle, a preserved masterpiece. A national treasure not to be missed.
Odani Castle
小谷城Odani Castle, in Shiga, Japan, is known as one of the Five Great Castles of Japan.
Kannonji Castle
観音寺城Kannonji Castle, Shiga, Japan: a magnificent example of the Fine Castles of Japan.
Azuchi Castle
安土城Explore Azuchi Castle, a majestic testament to Japan's rich history, nestled in Shiga.
Kyoto 京都
Nijō Castle
元離宮二条城Nijō Castle, Kyoto: a UNESCO World Heritage site and an exquisite example of Japan's castles.
Osaka 大阪
Chihaya Castle
千早城Chihaya Castle, a historic fortress in Osaka, stands as a testament to Japan's rich past.
Osaka Castle
大坂城Osaka Castle, a majestic landmark, stands proudly in Osaka, Japan.
Hyogo 兵庫
Akashi Castle
明石城Akashi Castle: a sentinel of history in Hyogo, offering a glimpse into Japan's rich heritage.
Himeji Castle
姫路城Himeji Castle, in Hyogo, is one of Japan's finest castles, a stunning example of Japanese castle architecture.
Sasayama Castle
篠山城Sasayama Castle: A Fine Castle of Japan, located in Hyogo, Japan. An evocative piece of history.
Akō Castle
赤穂城Ako Castle: A castle in Hyogo, Japan, recognized as one of the Fine Castles of Japan.
Takeda Castle
竹田城Dramatic Takeda Castle, Hyogo, known as the 'Castle in the Sky', offers breathtaking views amidst the clouds.
Nara 奈良
Takatori Castle
高取城Takatori Castle was a hilltop castle in Nara, recognized as one of Japan's finest.
Wakayama 和歌山
Wakayama Castle
和歌山城Wakayama Castle, a superb example of Japan's castles, stands proudly in Wakayama.
Tottori 鳥取
Tottori Castle
鳥取城Tottori Castle reveals the rich history of one of Japan's most significant fortifications.
Shimane 島根
Gassantoda Castle
月山富田城Gassantoda Castle: one of Japan's finest, nestled in Shimane.
Matsue Castle
松江城Matsue Castle, one of the 'Fine Castles of Japan', stands in Shimane.
Tsuwano Castle
津和野城Tsuwano Castle: a mountaintop fortress with stone walls, an emblem of feudal Japan. Fine Castles of unyielding strength.
Okayama 岡山
Okayama Castle
岡山城Okayama Castle: a stunning example of a fine Japanese castle in Okayama.
Ki Castle
鬼ノ城Ki Castle: a mountaintop fortress, among the fine castles of Japan, in Okayama.
Bitchū Matsuyama Castle
備中松山城Okayama, Japan, is home to one of the twelve remaining original castles in Japan.
Tsuyama Castle
津山城Explore Tsuyama Castle in Okayama, a jewel among Japan's finest castles.
Hiroshima 広島
Yoshida-Kōriyama Castle
吉田郡山城Deep in Hiroshima, the historic Yoshida-Kōriyama Castle stands as a testament to Japan’s rich past.
Fukuyama Castle
福山城Fukuyama Castle, a gem among Japan's castles, stands proudly in Hiroshima.
Hiroshima Castle
広島城Explore Hiroshima Castle, a magnificent example of a Japanese flatland castle, located in the heart of Hiroshima.
Yamaguchi 山口
Hagi Castle
萩城Hagi Castle: A former Japanese castle in Yamaguchi, Japan, with walls and a moat remaining.
Iwakuni Castle
岩国城Iwakuni Castle, a majestic hilltop fortress offering panoramic views over Yamaguchi, Japan.
Tokushima 徳島
Tokushima Castle
徳島城Tokushima Castle in Tokushima, Japan, epitomizes the Fine Castles of Japan. A historic landmark worth exploring.
Kagawa 香川
Marugame Castle
丸亀城Marugame Castle is one of Japan's twelve original castles, with a beautiful hilltop setting in Kagawa.
Takamatsu Castle
高松城Takamatsu Castle: one of Japan's finest castles, located in Kagawa.
Ehime 愛媛
Ōzu Castle
大洲城Ōzu Castle, a historic castle in Ehime, Japan, is one of the twelve Fine Castles of Japan.
Imabari Castle
今治城Imabari Castle: one of Japan's fine castles, in Ehime.
Yuzuki Castle
湯築城Yuzuki Castle: a historic site nestled in Ehime, Japan; one of the revered Fine Castles of the nation.
Uwajima Castle
宇和島城Uwajima Castle, a gem among Japan's fine castles, stands proudly in Ehime.
Matsuyama Castle
松山城Matsuyama Castle is a magnificent example of a Japanese castle, nestled in the heart of Ehime.
Kochi 高知
Kōchi Castle
高知城Kōchi Castle. One of Japan's finest original castles, in Kōchi, Japan.
Fukuoka 福岡
Fukuoka Castle
福岡城Fukuoka Castle: a Fine Castle of Japan, located in Fukuoka.
Ōno Castle
大野城Ōno Castle, Fukuoka, is one of Japan's fine castles.
Saga 佐賀
Yoshinogari site
吉野ヶ里遺跡Yoshinogari: an expansive archaeological site in Saga, Japan, offering a glimpse into ancient Japan.
Saga Castle
佐賀城Saga Castle, a prominent example of Japan's fine castles, stands in Saga.
Nagoya Castle
名護屋城Discover Nagoya Castle, a Fine Castle of Japan, located in Saga.
Nagasaki 長崎
Hirado Castle
平戸城Hirado Castle, a Jewel among Japan's premier castles, offers panoramic views of Hirado and Nagasaki.
Shimabara Castle
島原城Shimabara Castle, a Fine Castle of Japan, stands in Nagasaki, offering historical elegance.
Kumamoto 熊本
Kumamoto Castle
熊本城Kumamoto Castle, a formidable masterpiece, stands as one of Japan's most impressive castles.
Hitoyoshi Castle
人吉城Hitoyoshi Castle, a Kumamoto gem, stands as one of Japan's fine castles.
Oita 大分
Funai Castle
府内城Explore Funai Castle: a historic site and one of the fine castles of Japan located in Oita.
Oka Castle
岡城Oka Castle: an evocative ruin among the Fine Castles of Japan, perched in Oita.
Miyazaki 宮崎
Obi Castle
飫肥城Obi Castle: Fine Castles of Japan in Miyazaki. Tranquil history, cultural richness.
Kagoshima 鹿児島
Kagoshima Castle
鹿児島城Kagoshima Castle, a Fine Castle of Japan, stands in Kagoshima.
Okinawa 沖縄
Nakagusuku Castle
中城城Nakagusuku Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers breathtaking views and a glimpse into Ryukyuan history.
Nakijin Castle
今帰仁城Nakijin Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stands proudly in Okinawa, Japan, among the finest castles.
Shuri Castle
首里城Shuri Castle, Okinawa: a majestic symbol of Ryukyu Kingdom history and culture.
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- Matsusaka Castle — inunami — CC BY 2.0 · source
- Hikone Castle — 高菜明太 — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Kōchi Castle — kdewa — CC BY 3.0 · source
- Nakagusuku Castle — 663highland — CC BY 2.5 · source
- Nijō Castle — Keith Pomakis — CC BY-SA 2.5 · source
- Odawara Castle — Akonnchiroll — CC BY 4.0 · source
- Okazaki Castle — Akonnchiroll — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Okayama Castle — by Reggaeman — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Yoshida-Kōriyama Castle — TT mk2 — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Ōzu Castle — As6673 — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Kanayama Castle — Mocchy — Public domain · source
- Sunpu Castle — by Monado — CC BY-SA 2.5 · source
- Gassantoda Castle — by Reggaeman — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Shibata Castle — Drph17 — CC BY 4.0 · source
- Yoshinogari site — Saigen Jiro — CC0 · source
- Ki Castle — by Reggaeman — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Hagi Castle — Unknown authorUnknown author — Public domain · source
- Kagoshima Castle — Sakoppi — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Saga Castle — 上条ジョー — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Imabari Castle — Reggaeman — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Fukuyama Castle — 日:Jnn — CC BY 2.1 jp · source
- Kawagoe Castle — Lin Xiangru — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Tottori Castle — 663highland — CC BY 2.5 · source
- Matsushiro Castle — baku13 — CC BY-SA 2.1 jp · source
- Nemuro Peninsula Chashi Sites — 1467jp — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Funai Castle — 663highland — CC BY 2.5 · source
- Maruoka Castle — baku13 — CC BY-SA 2.1 jp · source
- Fukuoka Castle — Pontafon — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Matsumae Castle — en:User:Fg2 — Public domain · source
- Chihaya Castle — KENPEI — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Wakayama Castle — Wak89 — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Akashi Castle — KishujiRapid — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Inuyama Castle — Tomio344456 — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Iwakuni Castle — Jakub Hałun — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Tsutsujigasaki Castle — JGDfgdfgf1 — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Takatō Castle — No machine-readable author provided. FlyMeToFullmoon assumed (based on copyright — Public domain · source
- Hirado Castle — Public domain · source
- Iwamura Castle — 名古屋太郎 — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Goryōkaku — Keihin nike — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Kasugayama Castle — ELK（投稿者） — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Komoro Castle — 663highland — CC BY 2.5 · source
- Shimabara Castle — 663highland — CC BY 2.5 · source
- Iga Ueno Castle — The original uploader was T@ka at Japanese Wikipedia. — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Aizuwakamatsu Castle — Asturio Cantabrio — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Gifu Castle — Alpsdake — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Matsue Castle — 663highland — CC BY 2.5 · source
- Yamagata Castle — kamoseiro — CC BY-SA 2.5 · source
- Himeji Castle — Nikos Kitsakis — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Odani Castle — 投稿者が撮影 — Public domain · source
- Marugame Castle — Toto-tarou — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Morioka Castle — 663highland — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Sasayama Castle — Baku13 — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Banna-ji Temple — taketarou — CC BY 2.5 · source
- Ichijōdani Asakura Family Historic Ruins — 663highland — CC BY 2.5 · source
- Ueda Castle — Tomorobi — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Hachigata Castle — 柴錬アワー — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Hachiōji Castle — Mocchy — Public domain · source
- Kakegawa Castle — 行政課 — CC BY 4.0 · source
- Kannonji Castle — 投稿者が撮影 — Public domain · source
- Osaka Castle — 663highland — CC BY 2.5 · source
- Hirosaki Castle — 掬茶 — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Hiroshima Castle — Public domain · source
- Ōno Castle — Tast at Japanese Wikipedia — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Nakijin Castle — FoxyStranger Kawasaki — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Kanazawa Castle — 663highland — CC BY 2.5 · source
- Komine Castle — baku13 — CC BY-SA 2.1 jp · source
- Takatori Castle — 8-hachiro — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Bitchū Matsuyama Castle — Fraxinus2 — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Nihonmatsu Castle — baku13 — CC BY-SA 2.1 jp · source
- Sendai Castle — 掬茶 — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Akō Castle — 663highland — CC BY 2.5 · source
- Kumamoto Castle — Birdman at Japanese Wikipedia — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Kubota Castle — 掬茶 — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Nagoya Castle — Base64 — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Yuzuki Castle — Reggaeman — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Takamatsu Castle — 投稿者が撮影 — Public domain · source
- Nagoya Castle — Umako — CC0 · source
- Matsumoto Castle — 663highland — CC BY 2.5 · source
- Tsuyama Castle — denteru — CC BY 3.0 · source
- Azuchi Castle — Akonnchiroll — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Oka Castle — As6673 — Public domain · source
- Tokushima Castle — 663highland — CC BY 2.5 · source
- Hitoyoshi Castle — Shirakawa-yobune — CC BY-SA 1.0 · source
- Nanao Castle — tom-spring — Public domain · source
- Takaoka Castle — Yamaguchi Yoshiaki from Japan — CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
- Takeda Castle — Baku13 — CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
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- Yamanaka Castle — Mocchy at Japanese Wikipedia — Public domain · source
- Ne Castle — 小池 隆 — CC BY 4.0 · source
- Obi Castle — Naokijp — CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Tsuwano Castle — Mocchy — Public domain · source
- Mito Castle — by Monado — CC BY-SA 2.5 · source
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- Shuri Castle — 663highland — CC BY 2.5 · source
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