Historic Ruins
○ Second 100 Castles
Wakimoto Castle
脇本城
A dramatic hilltop mountain castle on the Sea of Japan coast in Akita, built by the Ando clan in the 16th century. One of the largest earthwork castles in the Tohoku region, with breathtaking coastal views.
| Japanese Name | 脇本城 |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | 秋田県 |
| Region | 東北 |
| Castle Type | Mountain Castle |
| Year Built | 16th c. |
| Designation | 続100名城 |
| Coordinates | 39.85, 139.9833 |