Shirakawa Komine Castle

“A 1340-built fortress where dry-stacked stone walls outlasted every warlord.”

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One of Japan’s National Heritage Sites, Shirakawa Komine Castle is also one of Tohoku’s Three Famous Castles. Together with Morioka Castle and Wakamatsu Castle, the three castles have been constructed using only stones, which is a rare practice within the region. The history of Shirakawa Komine Castle started back in 1340, when a warlord named Yukichi Katomo began the construction. The castle was finished in 1632 after a four-year construction period by the domain lord Niwa Nagashike.

Spot NameShirakawa Komine Castle
Postal Code〒961-0074
AddressKakunai, Shirakawa City, Fukushima
Telephone Number0248-22-114
Official URLhttp://shirakawa315.com/eng/index.html
KeywordsArt & Architecture, Beautiful Scenery

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Frequently asked questions

What is Shirakawa Komine Castle?
A 1340-built fortress where dry-stacked stone walls outlasted every warlord.
Where is Shirakawa Komine Castle?
Shirakawa Komine Castle is located at Kakunai, Shirakawa City, Fukushima.
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