Sadowara Castle
Sadowara Castle (佐土原城, Sadowara-jō) is the earthly remains of a castle structure in Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan.[1]
| Sadowara Castle | |
|---|---|
佐土原城 | |
| Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan | |
 Sadowara Castle Historical Museum | |
  Sadowara Castle  Sadowara Castle | |
| Coordinates | 32°2′52.199″N 131°25′25.799″E |
| Type | Hirayama-style castle |
| Site information | |
| Owner | Ito clan, Shimazu clan |
| Condition | ruins |
| Site history | |
| Built | 14c |
| Built by | Tajima Clan |
| Demolished | 1870 |
| Events | Battle of Mimigawa |
| Garrison information | |
| Past commanders | Ito Yoshisuke, Shimazu Iehisa, Shimazu Toyohisa |
It was the home castle of the Ito clan and later was controlled by the Shimazu clan. Shimazu Toyohisa was command of the castle.[1][2][3][4]
Current
The castle is now only ruins, with some moats, Low stone wall and earthworks. Sadohara Castle historical museum is on site.[4]
The castle was listed as one of the Continued Top 100 Japanese Castles in 2017.[5]
Old map of the castle
References
- "佐土原城" (in Japanese). 宮崎市観光協会. Retrieved 25 July 2019.
- "佐土原城" (in Japanese). 日本の歴史ガイド. Retrieved 25 July 2019.
- "佐土原城" (in Japanese). 城びと. Retrieved 25 July 2019.
- "佐土原城跡" (in Japanese). じゃらん. Retrieved 25 July 2019.
- "続日本100名城" (in Japanese). 日本城郭協会. Retrieved 25 July 2019.
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