Reconstructed Castle
◎ 100 Famous Castles
Aizuwakamatsu Castle
会津若松城
Known as Tsurugajo, this iconic white castle in Aizu was the last stronghold to resist government forces in the Boshin War. The famous white-plastered keep, reconstructed in 1965, stands as a symbol of samurai loyalty.
| Japanese Name | 会津若松城 |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | 福島県 |
| Region | 東北 |
| Castle Type | Hill Castle |
| Year Built | 1384 |
| Designation | 100名城 |
| Coordinates | 37.489, 139.9303 |