Takeda Castle
竹田城 · 아사고시
Contents
5 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Takeda Castle, widely known as Japan's 'Castle in the Sky' and the 'Machu Picchu of Japan.' Situated atop Mount Kojo in Hyogo Prefecture, these ruins offer one of the most ethereal and breathtaking sights in all of…
Listen in the app2Ritsuun-kyo — The Distant Perspective
Before we enter the ruins themselves, we must visit Ritsuun-kyo, a park located on the opposite mountain. This is the premier viewing spot for Takeda Castle, offering the iconic 'floating' view that has made this site…
Listen in the app3The Sankizumi Walls — Masons of the Warring States
As we walk along the perimeter of the ruins, your attention will undoubtedly be drawn to the remarkable stone walls. These were constructed using the 'Sankizumi' technique, a hallmark of late Sengoku-period engineering. …
Listen in the app4The Honmaru — The Summit of the Sky Castle
We have reached the Honmaru, the 'inner circle' and highest point of Takeda Castle. This was where the primary residential building and the castle tower once stood. …
Listen in the app5Closing
Our journey through the ruins of Takeda Castle comes to an end, but the image of these floating stones will likely linger in your mind for a lifetime. Takeda is a place where history and nature are inextricably linked. …
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What is Takeda Castle?
Takeda Castle is a place in 아사고시 with 5 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 아사고시 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 5 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 35.3005, 134.8290 |
| Last updated |