Matsumoto Castle

· Japan

Pretty impressive castle! It had 3 moats at one stage - two sides of the 3rd moat is in the process of being restored.

The castle is one of the oldest original castles in Japan - it hasn't burned down and been rebuilt! Parts date from the 1500s. It did come close to demolition in the 1870s, and was in danger of imminent collapse until a preservation society was established in 1901 and repairs started.

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By David · Journey: Japan 2026 · Chapter: Matsumoto