弘前城を解説！東北唯一の現存天守や桜の魅力【100名城シリーズ第4回】

This is the fourth installment in our series of in-depth explanations of Japan's 100 Famous Castles, starting from number one! This time, we'll be introducing Hirosaki Castle in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture! We'll explain its precious appearance, which can only be seen now, its charm as one of Japan's three greatest cherry blossom viewing spots, and highlights of the site in an easy-to-understand way! If you enjoyed the video, please give it a thumbs up and subscribe to our channel! If you have any questions or travel destinations you'd like us to cover, please feel free to let us know in the comments section. 📌Timestamps (Chapters) 00:00 Opening | The 400-ton castle tower is being moved 00:53 The only existing castle tower in Tohoku! Why Hirosaki Castle is special 01:33 The strategic brilliance of Tsugaru Tamenobu, a hero of the Tsugaru region, and the history of Hirosaki Castle 04:30 Highlight ①: The secret hidden in the slightly smaller "existing castle tower" 06:11 Highlight ②: Rare even nationwide! A tower and gate, important cultural properties remaining from the Edo period. 06:46 Highlight ③: A breathtaking view! One of Japan's three most famous cherry blossom viewing spots. 07:41 Limited time offer until summer 2026! The extremely rare sight of an existing castle tower without stone walls 08:35 The main entrance "Otemon" and the rare roof tiles found only here in Japan 10:01 The path to the main keep: Three existing three-story turrets (Tatsumi, Hitsuji-Saru, Ushitora) signifying directions 11:14 100 Famous Castles stamp locations, access, and recommended season 12:49 Summary: Hirosaki Castle's unique characteristics not found in other castles 🏯This spot's information: Location: Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture Alternate name: Takaoka Castle Builder: Tsugaru Tamenobu (planning), Tsugaru Nobuhira (completed 1611) Stamp/Castle seal location: Hirosaki Castle Information Center (9:00-17:00 / Open year-round) ⚠️Regarding tours of the castle tower's interior Currently, preservation, repair, and seismic reinforcement work on the castle tower is ongoing, so it is not possible to enter the interior. The resumption of interior tours is expected sometime in 2032. #Japan's 100 Famous Castles #Hirosaki Castle #Existing Castle Tower #Castle Tour #Hirosaki Park #Historical Trip #Nejitabi Sojiro