- Iwakuni Castle - Wikipedia
Iwakuni Castle (岩国城, Iwakunijō) is a replica castle in Iwakuni, Yamaguchi, Japan The nearby Kintai Bridge was originally a footbridge over the Nishiki River to the main gate of the castle This castle was originally constructed by Kikkawa Hiroie from 1601 to 1608 as his own castle
- Iwakuni Castle : The Tragic Castle that Took 7 years to Build and was . . .
Although Iwakuni Castle took 7 years to build it was taken down only 7 years later 300 years or so after the tragedy the castle was rebuilt in 1962 and has been standing for over 50 years, its beautiful appearance still moves the visitors who come to see it
- Iwakuni Castle (Iwakunijo) - Iwakuni Travel - japan-guide. com
Iwakuni Castle (岩国城, Iwakunijō) was built in 1608, at the beginning of the Edo Period The site of the castle was chosen for its natural defensive advantages on top of Mount Shiroyama and half surrounded by a natural moat, the Nishiki River
- Iwakuni Castle - Must-See, Access, Hours Price | GOOD LUCK TRIP
Grandson of Mori Motonari, the first Lord of Iwakuni, Kikkawa Hiroie, built this mountain castle in 1608 Nishiki River, which flows right below, is also the outer moat of the castle that stands on a mountain 200m above sea level
- Iwakuni Castle (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You . . . - Tripadvisor
The castle had a few swords and many pictures of castles in Japan but the main attraction was the view of the bridge and cityscape below The walls and trails leading up were also lush and verdant
- Iwakuni Castle - Japan National Tourism Organization
Take the ropeway from Kikko Park up 200 meters to Iwakuni Castle The ride takes three minutes, and you can enjoy the scenery of the castle town Iwakuni Castle has been designated as one of the top 100 castles in Japan, and its imposing white-walled structure is visible from across Iwakuni City
- Discovering Iwakuni Castle: A Hidden Gem in Western Japan
Nestled in Yamaguchi Prefecture, overlooking the scenic Nishiki River, Iwakuni Castle (岩国城, Iwakuni-jō) is one of Japan’s most picturesque historic sites Although originally constructed in the early 17th century, the castle has a fascinating story of destruction, reconstruction, and preservation
- Iwakuni Castle | Scenic Mountaintop Fortress in Yamaguchi
Discover Iwakuni Castle in Yamaguchi, a historic mountaintop fortress reached by ropeway with stunning views of the Kintai Bridge
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