Historic Ruins
◎ 100 Famous Castles
Nihonmatsu Castle
二本松城
A hilltop castle founded in 1414, famous for the tragedy of the Nihonmatsu Young Brigade (少年隊) who fought and died here during the 1868 Boshin War. Its stone walls and gates are remarkably well-preserved.
| Japanese Name | 二本松城 |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | 福島県 |
| Region | 東北 |
| Castle Type | Hill Castle |
| Year Built | 1414 |
| Designation | 100名城 |
| Coordinates | 37.5831, 140.4294 |