Reconstructed Castle
◎ 100 Famous Castles
Sunpu Castle
駿府城
Seat of Tokugawa Ieyasu's retirement government in Shizuoka City, built in 1585. The third largest castle tower in history once stood here. A reconstructed East Gate and turret stand in the city center park; excavations continue to reveal its grandeur.
| Japanese Name | 駿府城 |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | 静岡県 |
| Region | 中部 |
| Castle Type | Flatland Castle |
| Year Built | 1585 |
| Designation | 100名城 |
| Coordinates | 34.9761, 138.3836 |