Tsuruga Castle
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Rokabashi Bridge Crossed by Hideyoshi Toyotomi
The Rokabashi was built to be cut off in the event of an enemy's attack. The beautifully painted red bridge that spans over the fort and the moat was once a structure with a roof. Even Japan's famous shogun Hideyoshi Toyotomi once crossed this bridge when he visited Tsuruga Castle.
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Beautiful Building
Tsuruga Castle is the only castle in Japan with red roof tiles. It is counted as one of Japan's exceptionally beautiful castles, so take a walk around and have a look at the building from its surroundings.
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Hashiri Nagaya Seen from the Castle Tower
"Hashiri Nagaya (long houses)" seen from the castle tower are something that should not be missed. The turret, from which enemies were fought with guns, was connected to the castle tower and many warriors went back and forth through here. These once existed in all four directions; however, today there is only a reconstructed structure on one side.
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View of Mt. Iimori with the Legend of Byakkotai
During the Boshin War, a troop of young boys called Byakkotai fought along. They commited mass suicide on Mt. Iimori, which can be seen from the castle tower. This was because when the castle was covered by fog, they mistakenly thought the castle was burning. This tragic story is legendary and has been passed on throughout Japan.
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Enjoy Some Matcha and Japanese Sweets at Tea House Rinkaku
It is 200 yen to enter the tea house Rinkaku, which was built by Shoan, son of Sen-no-Rikyu, who created the basics of Japanese tea ceremonies. Matcha and Japanese sweets can be enjoyed for 500 yen. It's ideal for a break from exploring the castle.
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Famous Castle for Sakura
The period when Tsuruga Castle is most beautiful is from mid- to late April. It is a place you should definitely visit if you are in Japan during this time. It is known as one of the top sakura spots within the Tohoku region.
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Rokabashi Bridge Crossed by Hideyoshi Toyotomi
The Rokabashi was built to be cut off in the event of an enemy's attack. The beautifully painted red bridge that spans over the fort and the moat was once a structure with a roof. Even Japan's famous shogun Hideyoshi Toyotomi once crossed this bridge when he visited Tsuruga Castle.
(Source: pixta)
Beautiful Building
Tsuruga Castle is the only castle in Japan with red roof tiles. It is counted as one of Japan's exceptionally beautiful castles, so take a walk around and have a look at the building from its surroundings.
(Source: pixta)
Hashiri Nagaya Seen from the Castle Tower
"Hashiri Nagaya (long houses)" seen from the castle tower are something that should not be missed. The turret, from which enemies were fought with guns, was connected to the castle tower and many warriors went back and forth through here. These once existed in all four directions; however, today there is only a reconstructed structure on one side.
(Source: 旅フォト)
View of Mt. Iimori with the Legend of Byakkotai
During the Boshin War, a troop of young boys called Byakkotai fought along. They commited mass suicide on Mt. Iimori, which can be seen from the castle tower. This was because when the castle was covered by fog, they mistakenly thought the castle was burning. This tragic story is legendary and has been passed on throughout Japan.
(Source: pixta)
Enjoy Some Matcha and Japanese Sweets at Tea House Rinkaku
It is 200 yen to enter the tea house Rinkaku, which was built by Shoan, son of Sen-no-Rikyu, who created the basics of Japanese tea ceremonies. Matcha and Japanese sweets can be enjoyed for 500 yen. It's ideal for a break from exploring the castle.
(Source: pixta)
Famous Castle for Sakura
The period when Tsuruga Castle is most beautiful is from mid- to late April. It is a place you should definitely visit if you are in Japan during this time. It is known as one of the top sakura spots within the Tohoku region.
(Source: pixta)
