6. Matsumoto Castle
Matsumoto Castle is one of the most popular historic castles in Japan; it is also one of the oldest structures in the country. It was built to be a “hirajiro,” or a castle on the plains, as opposed to in the mountains, which is often where Asian palaces are located. Matsumoto Castle is also called ‘The Crow Castle’ because of its striking black exterior. A fort was originally built on the castle site in 1504, and it was called Fukashi Castle. Until the feudal system was abolished 280 years after the castle was built, Matsumoto Castle was inhabited by 23 lords of Matsumoto, who represented six daimyo families.
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