Historic Ruins
◎ 100 Famous Castles
Morioka Castle
盛岡城
A grand castle built by the Nanbu clan in 1597 atop a granite hill at the confluence of the Kitakami and Nakatsu rivers. Its massive stone walls survive intact and the grounds are a famous cherry blossom park.
| Japanese Name | 盛岡城 |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | 岩手県 |
| Region | 東北 |
| Castle Type | Hill Castle |
| Year Built | 1597 |
| Designation | 100名城 |
| Coordinates | 39.7025, 141.1547 |