Historic Ruins
○ Second 100 Castles
Hamada Castle
浜田城
A coastal castle built in 1620 on a hill above Hamada Bay in western Shimane. Its sea-access moat was unique in allowing ships to directly supply the castle; the stone walls are beautifully preserved above the modern city.
| Japanese Name | 浜田城 |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Shimane Prefecture (島根県) |
| Region | Chugoku (中国) |
| Castle Type | Hill Castle |
| Year Built | 1620 |
| Designation | 続100名城 |
| Coordinates | 34.9, 132.0667 |