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Matsusaka Castle

Built in 1588 by Gamo Ujisato in Matsusaka, Mie, the former castle town famous for Matsusaka beef. Only the stone walls remain, but they are considered some of the most beautiful in Japan, especially when cherry blossoms bloom within the ruins.

Japanese Name松阪城
PrefectureMie Prefecture (三重県)
RegionKinki (近畿)
Castle TypeHill Castle
Year Built1588
Designation100名城
Coordinates34.5772, 136.5283