Some photos I took at Nijo Castle in spring 2018. You can see the cherry blossoms in some of the photos just starting to bloom, but not quite in full bloom, and the rest of the gardens were really enjoyable as well. I really liked the gold decorations/designs on the buildings. The gate was also really cool. I believe it's called Karamon Gate although I'm not 100% sure on that. The moat around the castle was pretty neat as well, I can imagine it was a strong fortification, especially since it belonged to Tokugawa Ieyasu, although I'm not entirely sure about the rest of the castle's history. The photos of the moat and surrounding area were taken from on top of a small vantage point, and I wonder if it was originally some sort of turret, but I'm not sure about that either. Either way, I definitely recommend giving it a visit to anyone in Kyoto or anyone planning to visit Kyoto. I believe it was relatively close to the Golden Pavilion as well, so if you have the chance, why not?

Oita Okajo Samurai resting under autumn leaves Samurai taking a breather in the shade under the autumn leaves in full bloom

Saga Karatsu Castle Rising from behind Karatsu Castle every year "Nishakudama" Many people take pictures with this composition every year. This year, I was able to deliver a composition that I rarely can take. It is a fireworks festival held every September. Magic Hour Sky and Karatsu Castle and Fireworks It's a firework that can only be taken this summer.

I took this photo when I went on a trip to Nagoya before Corona. I remember that the season was summer and it was very sunny and very hot. Nagoya Castle at that time was under construction, and unfortunately I couldn't go inside the castle, so I took a walk around. There was a lot of delicious food in Nagoya, and I would like to go to Nagoya Castle again to see the inside, so I hope that the vaccine will spread and we will be able to go out safely.

Before the spread of Corona, I took a picture at Matsumoto Castle, which I stopped at when I traveled to Nagano. At that time, many people came for sightseeing at the event, so I would like to go to Matsumoto Castle again, which is crowded with tourists, when Corona is over.

Matsumoto Castle (Nagano) Many people are fascinated by the black-based castle tower. I investigated where it would be cool to take a picture of the castle tower. Of course, please note that it may change depending on the time of day. For example, if you take a photo of a castle with the setting sun in the background, it will be backlit, and the castle with a black tone will be blacker, making it difficult to express the details of the castle. The inside of the castle after entering from the Kuromon gate was excluded from the scope of the spot because it is charged and the time is limited. From the vicinity of Ninomaru on the east side and the vicinity of Matsumoto Shrine in the north, there are many trees in the foreground in the angle, and I think it is not suitable for photos centered on the castle tower. 4 recommendations (1) From near the foundation stone of the Taiko Gate Take this photo with the castle tower on the right in front of the Kuromon Gate and the Alps mountains in the background. (2) From the northwest of the park The castle tower with the red bridge in front (3) From the south side Image of the castle tower and Tatsumi Turret taken from the side (4) Take a picture from the southwest corner across the moat The southwest corner of the castle tower looks three-dimensional. Depending on the time of day and weather, you can take a picture of the castle tower reflecting on the moat. It is a castle that you should definitely visit after Corona.

This is a photo of when I stayed at British Hills in Fukushima Prefecture. It was a wonderful experience to feel the atmosphere of the West while staying in Japan. There are so many memories that you will definitely enter the top 5 places you want to go in After Corona.

Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture Nagahama Castle History Museum Castle tower and cherry blossoms I hope that the day will come when everyone can go wherever they want at their favorite time without anxiety or worry.

Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture National Treasure: Night cherry blossoms at Hikone Castle I hope that the day will come when everyone can go wherever they want at their favorite time without anxiety or worry.

This photo was taken on November 9, 2019. Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture Takeda Castle Ruins I started climbing the mountain after 3 a.m. and I still remember stunching from the summit before sunrise to take pictures. It is a masterpiece. I bought a new camera and it is one of the places I want to go again.

The night feast of the Nagara River flowing along Gifu Castle, where Oda Nobunaga departed from Tenkafubu. This dance boat serves as a prelude to the start of the Gifu Nagara River Ukai, and performs the Noryo dance on weekends from summer to autumn. Last year, unfortunately, due to the influence of the new coronavirus, dancers wore face shields. I want the Coronavirus pandemic to end as soon as possible and return to the summer bustle of the Nagara River.

Take a road trip from Kanto to Kansai... When I went to Osaka Castle, the cherry blossoms were in full bloom.

It is Himeji Castle in the early morning. I was impressed by the beauty of the moat. The photo spot of the Japanese ship was taught to us by a local grandfather during the shooting. I am grateful.

It is Himeji Castle in the early morning. I was impressed by the beauty of the moat.

It is Himeji Castle in the early morning. I was impressed by the beauty of the moat.

In Tatebayashi City, azaleas are ? in full bloom. Every year, it is ?✨✨ very beautiful

It is Tsuruga Castle in Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture I took a picture of the scenery when I looked up.

I took portraits at Inuyama Castle in Inuyama City, Aichi Prefecture. We decided to collaborate with kimono at the torii gate of Harizuna Shrine! The red Japanese umbrella shines!

Osaka Castle Park From the entrance near Morinomiya Station I went ? to the edge of the cherry blossoms There were many cherry blossoms blooming in the back, but this angle is ⭐️ my favorite.

#Shizuoka #Kakegawa City #Kakegawa Castle #Quadruped Gate #Kakegawa Castle Park This was taken around this time last year.

Awesome! The cherry blossoms here are so bountiful! I like the sign as well. I've always wondered how these signs are made actually. It kind of looks like woodburning but at the same time I'm not so sure if that's the case. Either way, looks cool! I've not heard of Shingu Castle until now, but it looks like it was one of the castles torn down in the Meiji Period. From my understanding they're working to restore it so I wonder how it's coming along. I like visiting ruins though, so maybe before they finish rebuilding it I can make my way over there to see them lol. Obviously I'd like to see the restoration, but ruins are just as cool in my opinion. They have their own uniqueness to them!

Today's Kochi Castle ✨ The cherry blossoms are almost in full bloom ? After a long time, the stone steps were breathtaking ?. It seems ? that the best time to see it will continue for a while

I couldn't sleep and went to Osaka Castle in the middle of the night. The cherry blossoms bloom for 2~3 minutes. The area around the castle tower is also slightly cherry blossom colored. It seems that the best time to see it around this weekend.

Wow! I know Himeji has some awesome things like Himeji Castle of course, but to just find this while going for a walk, how cool is that! Speaking of Himeji Castle, I wish I could have see nthe projection mapping event they had there in 2015? I think it was. Hopefully they do something like that again because I'd love to go and see it for myself. I envy anyone who got to see it in person? I really like the stone lanterns and small Buddhist statues in this photo as well, it really gives that temple feel. I'll have to be on the lookout for this place when I visit Himeji!

Awesome! The samurai residences of Kakunodate were awesome when I went there. The cherry blossoms were really amazing as well. Along the river and all along the houses. I remember I talked to one of the local shopkeepers here for a minute and it was really nice. There's supposed to be castle ruins somewhere near the town as well but I didn't get a chance to see them. This is a great place to visit in the spring for anyone curious. I highly recommend checking it out. Be careful of the big green spiders though, lol. I think they're probably harmless but they are quite surprising...

Matsumoto Castle in the midst of snow Matsumoto, Nagano

Tsuruga Castle in Fukushima! I'd heard of its white walls before, but it looks like winter is doing its best to make it completely white! Apparently Tsuruga Castle was designed after Kurokawa Castle that was sieged some time during the 1,500's. I wonder if the color scheme is true to Kurokawa Castle. It'd be interesting to know if there was some sort of tactical reason for an all-white castle. In a snowy region I could see it acting as a sort of camouflage but who knows. You can also barely see what looks like a shachihoko on the roof if you zoom in which is pretty neat. Apparently the inside of the castle has some mannequins set up with guns showing how the arrow-slits, or in this case gun-slits, would have been used. There's also other mannequins that show them being used for rock dropping as well. Warfare has come a long way since then?

This is Tsuruga Castle in Fukushima Prefecture! It was even whiter from the snow and it was beautiful!

What a great read! The ruins of these castles are amazing. Just looking at them I can feel the history and historical importance of each location. I liked the bit about Lady Otsuya as well. I love that you can go almost anywhere in Japan and there's hundreds or even thousands of years worth of history to be discovered. I don't think it's a stretch to say that perhaps the ruins are more interesting than the castles themselves, albeit not quite as beautiful lol. Although the nature surrounding these ruins is also a thing of beauty. It's easy to understand why these places are considered the treasures of Gifu!