Matsue Samurai Residences

An early Edo-period castle in Matsue, Shimane Prefecture, completed in 1611. Its main tower is one of only twelve surviving original structures and was designated a National Treasure in 2015. The castle's elegant silhouette against Lake Shinji embodies the cultural heritage of Matsue as a historic castle town.

A well-preserved Edo-period castle in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, completed in 1622. Its main tower is designated a National Treasure and stands elegantly on a hill overlooking Lake Biwa. Recognized as one of Japan's most beautiful castles, it is also famous for cherry blossoms, attracting approximately 600,000 visitors annually.

An early Edo-period castle in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, completed in 1612. Serving as a shogun's residence, it symbolized power and authority. Distinctive gold-plated roof ornaments (kinshachihoko) characterize the structure, while the Honmaru Palace's screen paintings are designated Important Cultural Properties. The main tower, rebuilt in 1959 after World War II destruction, stands as Nagoya's symbol, attracting approximately 2 million visitors annually.

The castle of the Kaga domain in Kanazawa, Ishikawa. Built in 1583, it symbolized the Kaga domain's prosperity throughout the Edo period. Existing structures including Hashizume Gate, Gojukken Nagaya, and Kahoku Gate date from the Edo period. Together with adjacent Kenrokuen, it represents Kaga culture. Selected as one of Japan's 100 Famous Castles in 2001, ongoing restoration work has revived its historical grandeur.

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