Kanazawa, Japan

Kanazawa Castle

Kanazawa Castle, Kanazawa

Seat of the Maeda lords for 14 generations, Kanazawa Castle was begun in the 1580s and rebuilt many times after fire. Its white lead-tile roofs, varied stone walls, and the Ishikawa-mon gate survive beside carefully reconstructed turrets and storehouses.

What the app adds

Roots Earth has a longer story for Kanazawa Castle, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Location

Coordinates: 36.565, 136.65917

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