Historic Ruins
○ Second 100 Castles
Shingu Castle
新宮城
Built by Asano Nagaakira in 1618 on a rocky bluff above the Kumano River in Shingu, this castle guarded the entrance to the ancient Kumano pilgrimage routes. The unusual black stone walls, made of local volcanic rock, give it a striking appearance.
| Japanese Name | 新宮城 |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Wakayama Prefecture (和歌山県) |
| Region | Kinki (近畿) |
| Castle Type | Hill Castle |
| Year Built | 1618 |
| Designation | 続100名城 |
| Coordinates | 33.7333, 135.9833 |