Kobama Castle Ruins
A rare water castle in Japan, skillfully utilizing natural terrain. Construction began in 1601 when Kyogoku Takatsugu (Ohatsu's husband) became lord of Wakasa Province. Sakai Tadakatsu became lord in 1634, and the castle was completed in 1641. It served as the residence of the Sakai family for 14 generations over 238 years, continuing its history until 1871 (Meiji 4). Today, only portions of the stone walls remain. On the site of the main keep stands Kohama Shrine, dedicated to Lord Sakai Tadakatsu.
Information
- Telephone Number
- Obama City Cultural Tourism Division 0770-64-6034
- Address
- 福井県小浜市城内1-7-55
- Prices
- 1.5 km from JR Obama Station, 20-minute walk (bike rentals available from the station)/10-minute drive from Obama IC on the Maizuru-Wakasa Expressway
- Getting There
- Nothing
- Car Park: Available Spots
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