Reconstructed Castle
◎ 100 Famous Castles

Wakayama Castle

Built on a commanding hilltop in Wakayama City by Toyotomi Hideyoshi's nephew Hidenaga in 1585, later the seat of one of the three Tokugawa branch families. The reconstructed white-walled keep and landscaped grounds are a beloved city landmark.

Japanese Name和歌山城
Prefecture和歌山県
Region近畿
Castle TypeHill Castle
Year Built1585
Designation100名城
Coordinates34.2297, 135.1717