Temples, shrines, castles

Kumamoto Castle

By February 10, 2016 No Comments

Kumamoto Castle is located in the central Kumamoto Prefecture of Kyushu. First built in 1467, but was added in 1601 reputed to be the strongest castle in Japan. Designed by Kato Kiyomasa, who specializes in combat. It has designed a tactic of buildings that are used to entice or defend the enemy unlike castles, where it takes up to 7 years to build. The castle has 2 buildings with 6 floors and 4 floors, respectively. Later, in 1857, the Satsuma Rebellion Castle was surrounded. 53 days and finally burned down eventually. It was rebuilt again in 1960 and has been called one of the three most beautiful castles in Japan.

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