Original Keep Castle
◎ 100 Famous Castles

Kochi Castle

The only castle in Japan where both the main keep and its palace (otemon) survive in original form, Kochi Castle stands atop a hill at the center of Kochi City. The 15-story stone wall staircase leading to the keep is remarkable, as is the view of the Pacific coast.

Japanese Name高知城
Prefecture高知県
Region四国
Castle TypeHill Castle
Year Built1601
Designation100名城
Coordinates33.5597, 133.5311