Ruins of the Nanao castle

Japanese

The “Ruins of Nanao Castle,” which is the castle of the lord of Masuda Castle, is one of the medieval historical sites of Japanese heritage. You can see a panoramic view of Masuda from here. In November of this year, it is also the venue for the “Japanese Yamashiro Summit,” an event that Masuda City has been putting a lot of effort into this year. Why don’t you visit it once for the azalea and summer walks? Let’s also liven up the Yamashiro Summit.

1. Ruins of Nanao Castle

Nanao Castle Site is located on the top of a mountain, about 350 meters walk from the Nanao Castle Site sign at the entrance to the Sumiyoshi Shrine, after going up the long stairs of the Sumiyoshi Shrine. The surrounding area is well maintained, but it was quite difficult to go up the narrow and steep mountain path. There was a sign saying “Bear appears”, and I thought it would be better to go up with something that makes sounds or together with several people. The castle is not a castle wall made of stones, but a castle that makes use of nature mountain.
At the top, there was a wide flat plateau, and I could imagine that a castle stood here. Also, Masuda could be seen from the top, and the lords of the castle used to see this kind of view.
II’m sure many people find it difficult to get to Nanao Castle, so I’ve posted pictures of the road from Sumiyoshi Shrine to Nanao Castle Site and the view of Nanao Castle Site. If you haven’t been there, please take a look at Nanao Castle Site from this web site.

pictures of the “Road to Nanao Castle”

2. Sumiyoshi Shrine / Sunset view

Sumiyoshi Shrine is a Shinto shrine on the way to Nanao Castle Site. It’s located halfway up the mountain after going up a hundred and several tens of stairs. It’s a place where you can see Masuda closely. Nanao Castle Site can be climbed from Sumiyoshi Shrine.

A panoramic view of Masuda City from the Sumiyoshi Shrine. The sunset was very beautiful.

3. Surrounding historic site

Do you know Gorin-no-tou (Myogi-ji temple, Sakura-dani) in Masuda? It is said to be the tomb of Masuda Fujikane, the 19th lord of Masuda Castle. The staircase leading to the tomb was newly constructed and was unveiled on April 13. You may want to take a stroll along the ruins of the Nanao Castle.