Karatsu Castle

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Karatsu Castle beautifully soars atop Mt. Mitsushima protruding into the Genkai Sea, also called "Maizuru Castle" (Dancing Crane Castle) because its elegant figure resembles a crane spreading its wings. From the majestic castle tower, an absolute 360-degree panorama overlooks the beautiful ocean of Karatsu Bay and the vast greenery of "Nijino Matsubara," deeply striking the hearts of visitors. The castle is surrounded by beautiful stone walls, cherry blossoms, and stunning wisteria flowers in early summer, showing the perfect harmony of traditional castle architecture and seasonal natural beauty. It is a prestigious spot where you can think back to samurai history and touch the essence of Japanese aesthetics, an absolute must-visit spot in Karatsu.

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Karatsu Castle

Address: 8-1 Higashijonai, Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture
Website: https://karatsujo.com/
Operator: Karatsu Castle

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