Maruoka Castle, Fukui Prefecture's Understated Fortress
The castle grounds are compact, and the donjon has only minimal decoration.
This is the only Japanese castle with stone roof tiles. Even the shachihoko lion-headed fish decorations are carved stone.
The cherry blossoms are beautiful in spring, but the castle is appealing in all seasons. Depending on when you go, you can see camellia flowers, lush greenery or fluffy snow.
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