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Original Keep Castle
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Imabari Castle

One of Japan's three great sea castles, built by Todo Takatora in 1604. Ocean water fills the moats and the castle's sea-gate once connected directly to the Seto Inland Sea. The reconstructed keep and three surviving turrets (National Important Cultural Properties) are impressive.

Japanese Name今治城
PrefectureEhime Prefecture (愛媛県)
RegionShikoku (四国)
Castle TypeCoastal Castle
Year Built1604
Designation100名城
Coordinates34.0675, 132.9989