What kind of castle is Matsuzaka Castle, which is now a castle ruins park? History and highlights!

Matsuzaka City, Mie Prefecture, where our company is located, has many sightseeing spots where you can feel the history and culture!

As one of them,Matsuzaka Castle Ruins, a symbol of Matsusaka with magnificent stone wallsThere are

In this article, we will tell you about the history and highlights of the Matsuzaka Castle Ruins.

I'm a local, but I don't know much about Matsuzaka Castle! I want to go sightseeing!For those who say, it is easy to read, so please take a look.

Hitomi Matsumoto

We also introduce sightseeing information around Matsuzaka Castle!

History of Matsuzaka Castle

Matsuzaka Castleteeth,Hirayama Castle built in Yoihonomori, an independent hill with an altitude of 38mIt is.

In 1588 (Tensho 16), Gamo Ujisato, who was transferred to Minami-Ise with about 120,000 koku of rice by Hideyoshi, succeeded Yoru to Nichi and completed it in just three years.

Today, only the magnificent stone walls remain, and as a castle ruins park, it conveys the appearance of the castle in the past to the present day.

In addition, the ruins of Matsuzaka Castle were built on February 7, 2011,One of Japan's 100 famous castles, a nationally designated historic siteI'm not sure what that means.

Recommended points of Matsuzaka Castle

The historic Matsuzaka Castle ruins are a waste to just visit!

Recommended here! Introducing the points and highlights ofI will.

majestic stone wall

The biggest highlight of the Matsuzaka Castle ruins isOne of the grandest stone walls in JapanIt is.

It is said that Ujisato called craftsmen specializing in stone walls called Anoshu from Omi for the stone wall construction. The original stone walls of Matsuzaka Castle were constructed using a construction method called 'Nozurazumi', and the stone walls that were rebuilt during the restoration of the stone walls in the Edo period were constructed using a construction method called 'Uchikomi Hagi' or 'Sangizumi'.

Quote source:Matsusaka City Tourism Promotion Site

After visiting the ruins of Matsuzaka Castle, you can clearly see thatEven if you want to go to the castle tower, you have to bend many times and it is difficult to reach.That's it.

When I wasn't used to it, there were times when I lost track of where I was when I was walking and wondered, "When are we going to reach the summit?!"

There is a space surrounded by high stone walls and gates at the Oteguchi (front of the castle) and Karateguchi (back of the castle). It's because it's

In particular, the trick isThe masugata continues four times up to the castle tower, making it a solid structure for defense.you can see.

Also, from the castle ruins, you can see the townscape that retains the remnants of the castle town, so be sure to look at the townscape of Matsuzaka from the top of the stone walls.

A photo spot where you can feel the four seasons

Matsuzaka CastleCherry blossoms and wisteria spotsHowever, it is also popular.

in the springYoshino cherry tree, mountain cherry treeA total of about 300 cherry blossoms fill the stone wall with pink flowers, and in autumnginkgocolors the stone walls.

Especially in spring and autumnThe impression that it is crowded with many tourists who come for the purpose of taking pictures and local residents.It is.

It is also recommended as a place to take a walk with your family and pets, or play with children.

During the cherry blossom season, the castle is lit up at night so that you can enjoy the cherry blossoms at night.

Last year it was close to Matsusaka City Hall,"Ishigaki projection" was performed on the stone wall in front of the front gate.

In commemoration of the 10th anniversary of the Matsusaka Castle Ruins (Matsusaka Park) being designated as a national historic site in 2021, Matsusaka City will use LED floodlights to project images onto the stone walls.

The family crest "Mukaizuru" of the Sengoku warlord "Ujisato Gamo" who built Matsuzaka Castle was reflected.

I don't know yet if it will be held again this year, but please enjoy the cherry blossoms at night when spring comes.

Click here for the main events held at Matsuzaka Castle!

Cafe bar Tsukimi Yagura in the ruins of Matsuzaka Castle

At Matsuzaka Castle, you can not only enjoy the scenery of stone walls and castle ruins,Enjoy your meal in the spacecan also do.

This is a hideaway bar and gallery for adults inside Matsuzaka Castle.Matsuzaka Castle and Tsukimi Yagura”.

An art gallery centered on wooden products and a café bar that uses carefully selected materials, where you can rediscover the charm of Matsusaka.The company has been

The cuisine is also a creative handmade menu using local ingredients, and it is a shop where sake connoisseurs can also enjoy.

An elegant place where not only tourists but also locals can enjoy meals while feeling the history of Matsuzaka Castle.you know!

The area around Matsuzaka Castle is full of charm!

Not only inside the castle,There are many places around Matsuzaka Castle where you can learn about the culture and history of Matsuzaka.

."Motoori Norinaga Memorial Hall”, I loved the sound of the bells and the wild cherry blossoms.The museum houses approximately 16,000 manuscripts of Norinaga, who is famous for his "Kojikiden" (The Kojikiden), a scholar of Japanese classical literature, and his bequests.

next to itSuzuya, the old house where Norinaga lived from the age of 12 until his death (nationally designated special historic site)There is, and the life of the great classical scholar is remembered at that time.

Right below Matsuzaka Castle, samurai tenementscastle guard mansionYou can feel the scenery of that time.

Also,Matsusaka Cotton Hand Weaving CenterYou can also purchase souvenirs and goods of the stylish "Matsuzaka Cotton" that fascinated the people of Edo, and weaving experience is also available.

We also recommend walking and sightseeing around Matsusaka Castle town while wearing a stylish Matsusaka Momen kimono!

Near Matsuzaka City Hall,Tourism Exchange Center, where you can purchase souvenirs from Mie and Matsusaka.

"Matsusaka downtown sightseeing starts from here"It is also a place called , so I think it would be a good idea to stop by before sightseeing.

Summary of Matsuzaka Castle

The ruins of Matsuzaka Castle have a history of 400 years.

As a symbol of Matsusaka, it is still loved by the locals.

Although I visited many times on field trips in elementary school,There are many things you don't know about Matsuzaka Castle RuinsI realized that while writing this article.

I'm sure there are people like me who live in the area but don't know much about it.

Such people read this article"Matsuzaka Castle is nice, I want to go there."I would be happy if you thought.

As introduced,Around Matsuzaka Castle, there are many places where you can feel and learn about the history of Matsuzaka.So please stop by when you are sightseeing.

This time I introduced Matsushiro Castle, but I would like to introduce other recommended sightseeing spots in the future!