Reconstructed Castle
◎ 100 Famous Castles
Iwakuni Castle
岩国城
A mountain castle above the famous Kintaikyo five-arched bridge in Iwakuni, Yamaguchi. The original keep stood for just seven years before Tokugawa order forced its demolition; the reconstructed castle provides stunning views over the Nishiki River.
| Japanese Name | 岩国城 |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | 山口県 |
| Region | 中国 |
| Castle Type | Mountain Castle |
| Year Built | 1608 |
| Designation | 100名城 |
| Coordinates | 34.1672, 132.1739 |