Shiro Castles in Honshu

Osaka Castle

Himeji Castle

Historic Japanese castle complex famous for its white exterior and well-preserved wooden architecture, dating from the early 17th century. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its cultural and historical significance.

Matsumoto Castle

Matsumoto Castle, originally known as Fukashi Castle, is one of Japan's premier historic castles, along with Himeji and Kumamoto.

Edo Castle

Edo Castle, also known as Chiyoda Castle, is a flatland castle that was built in 1457 by Ōta Dōkan.

Hikone castle

Hikone Castle is an Edo-period Japanese castle located in the city of Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, Japan.

Matsue Castle;Matsue-jo

Matsue Castle is a Japanese castle located in Matsue, Shimane Prefecture.

Tahara castle

Tahara Castle is a Japanese castle located in Tahara, southern Aichi Prefecture, Japan.

Takeda Castle

Takeda Castle was a Sengoku period Japanese castle located in the Wadayama neighborhood of the city of Asago, in the northern part of Hyōgo…

Minakuchi Castle

Minakuchi Castle, is a hirashiro-style Japanese castle located in the former town of Minakuchi, in the city of Kōka, Shiga Prefecture,…

Komoro Castle

Komoro Castle is a Japanese castle located in the city of Komoro, central Nagano Prefecture, Japan.