Hachigata Castle Audio Guide

Hachigata Castle in Yorii, Saitama, is a major Sengoku‑period fortress set on cliffs above…

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Overview

Overview

Hachigata Castle in Yorii, Saitama, is a major Sengoku‑period fortress set on cliffs above the Arakawa River. It used rivers and rugged terrain as natural defenses and expanded into a large multi‑bailey complex.

Access

Access

About a 15‑minute walk from JR Yorii Station, or around 15 minutes by car from Hanazono IC.

Parking

Parking

Free parking is available near the Hachigata Castle History Museum, which makes a convenient starting point.

Highlights

Highlights

Walk the river‑cliff terrain and the restored gate area, and take in views around the Fukazawa River. The scale of the earthworks and the sound of the Arakawa below make the defensive setting easy to imagine.

Image of Hachigata Castle
Hachigata Castle (image)
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