Naegi Castle Ruins

A short distance from Nakatsugawa Station stands the ruins of Naegi Castle constructed 400 years ago and once home to the prominent Toyama Family.

In 1871 the buildings were destroyed,and today all that remains are the impressive stone foundations.

Although being long gone,there is still quite a lot to see while walking around the castle grounds.Most noticeable are perhaps the large natural stones which served as the foundation of the original castle.

This detail is actually  quite a unique  feature since many other castles were built on flat planes,and the foundations were constructed along with the castle itself.

At the top of the complex,visitors can find a wellplaced observation tower which offers an astounding view of  the Nakatsugawa landscape as well as Kiso River.

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