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- The ruins of Fukuoka Castle
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Jonai, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka
Kuroda Nagamasa, the first lord of Fukuoka province, started constructing Fukuoka castle in 1601, taking 7 years to finish. The castle was a flat-land type and didn’t have a keep tower (Tenshukaku). There were 47 observatory towers of various sizes. Tamon-yagura (designated as an important cultur...
- The Ruins of Akizuki Castle, Akizuki Kuromon (Black Gate)
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0946-24-6758 (Asakura Tourism Association)
Akizukinotori, Asakura
An old lord called Harada Tanekatsu built this castle in 1203 when he refounded his clan under the name of Akizuki. It is well known as a beautiful spot for cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves.
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