Historic Ruins
○ Second 100 Castles
Kakuda Castle
角田城
A hilltop castle in Kakuda, Miyagi, that served as an important stronghold for the Date clan in controlling the southern Mutsu region. The earthworks and moats on the forested hill are well-preserved, and the castle park offers views across the Abukuma highlands.
| Japanese Name | 角田城 |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | 宮城県 |
| Region | 東北 |
| Castle Type | Hill Castle |
| Year Built | 16th c. |
| Designation | 続100名城 |
| Coordinates | 38.0, 140.7833 |