Matsumoto-jo is a National Treasure of Japan. Built in 1504 by Shimadachi Sadanaga of the Ogasawara clan, it served as a base for various lords until the Meiji Restoration. Although the gates and outer castle structures have been rebuilt or taken down all-together, the inner walls and main keep remain in tact. This makes Matsumoto-jo one of the most special castles in Japan--a true original. It is known as the Black Crow Castle, for it's dark color, a comparative moniker to the White Heron Castle, Himeji-jo.
Matsumoto-jo. Matsumoto, Nagano.
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jpellgen 41 months ago | reply
krmall 40 months ago | reply
Lovely castle! Great capture, love the reflection!
jpellgen 40 months ago | reply
kelsk 38 months ago | reply
what a wonderful image!
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ERIC OEBANDA 37 months ago | reply
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大頭寶 37 months ago | reply
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padmarangdrol 36 months ago | reply
Great image. Well done.
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Yama Daiku [deleted] 34 months ago | reply
Powerful shot! Beautifully done!
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wertheim 30 months ago | reply
Wow! Amazing photo!
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lilichan06 24 months ago | reply
Amazing shot!
Perfect reflection...
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La Palma Mágica 17 months ago | reply
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