Kumamoto Castle

Kumamoto Castle is a historic castle located in Kumamoto City, Japan, and is one of the leading representative castles in Japan. The castle was built in the early Edo period and is characterized by its beautiful wooden architecture such as stone walls and castle tower. In particular, the castle tower is praised for its overwhelming beauty and robust structure. However, the 2016 Kumamoto earthquake damaged some of the buildings, but restoration is underway with the cooperation of citizens. Today, many people visit it as a tourist spot, and it is an important place to learn about history and culture. Kumamoto Castle is a proud cultural heritage of Japan, and is loved by many people for its dignity and historical value.