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Matsumoto Castle (松本城, Matsumotojō) is one of the most complete and beautiful among Japan's original castles. It is a "hirajiro" - a castle built on plains rather than on a hill or mountain. Matsumoto Castle is unique for having both a secondary donjon and a turret adjoined to its main keep. The castle structures, in combination with their characteristic black wainscoting, give off an air of grandeur and poise.
Matsumotojo's main castle keep and its smaller, second donjon were built from 1592 to 1614. Both these structures were well-fortified as peace was not yet fully achieved at the time. In 1635, when military threats had ceased, a third, barely defended turret and another for moon viewing were added to the castle.
Caught the Matsumoto Castle 松本城 in the golden evening sun. What a magnificent sight! Also known as the Crow Castle due to its black exterior, the Matsumoto Castle is one of Japan's best preserved Castles.
Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture. Feb 2013
Matsumoto Castle (松本城, Matsumotojō) is one of the most complete and beautiful among Japan's original castles. It is a "hirajiro" - a castle built on plains rather than on a hill or mountain. Matsumoto Castle is unique for having both a secondary donjon and a turret adjoined to its main keep. The castle structures, in combination with their characteristic black wainscoting, give off an air of grandeur and poise.
Matsumotojo's main castle keep and its smaller, second donjon were built from 1592 to 1614. Both these structures were well-fortified as peace was not yet fully achieved at the time. In 1635, when military threats had ceased, a third, barely defended turret and another for moon viewing were added to the castle.
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Matsumoto Castle (松本城 Matsumoto-jō?), also known as the "Crow Castle" (烏城 Karasu-jo?) because of its black exterior, is one of Japan's premier historic castles.[1] It is located in the city of Matsumoto, in Nagano Prefecture and is within easy reach of Tokyo by road or rail.
The keep (tenshukaku), which was completed in the late 16th century, maintains its original wooden interiors and external stonework. It is listed as a National Treasure of Japan.[1]
Matsumoto Castle is a flatland castle (hirajiro) because it is not built on a hilltop or amid rivers, but on a plain.[1] Its complete defences would have included an extensive system of inter-connecting walls, moats and gatehouses.[
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Matsumoto Castle (松本城 Matsumoto-jō), also known as the "Crow Castle" (烏城 Karasu-jo) because of its black exterior, is one of Japan's premier historic castles.
Matsumoto Castle in Nagano prefecture. It's a long journey across the mountains but don't miss if you can.
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Matsumotoko gaztelua, Nagano-ken eskualdean.
Bidai luzea da haraino joatea baina inguruetako Alpeek eta txuri-beltzezko gazteluak merezi dute.
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Es arduo el viaje hasta Matsumoto, en la prefectura de Nagano, pero el castillo en blanco y negro es también una de las puertas a los "Alpes Japoneses". Si el tiempo acompaña, las montañas rivalizan con él.
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---> LARGE view <---
Matsumoto Castke. Also known as the Black Crow Castle. One of Japan's few remaining original castles.
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