Odawara Castle
小田原城
Late fifteenth-century stronghold that served as the seat of the Hōjō clan, rebuilt in the 1960s as a museum and observation point.
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Odawara Castle is a historical castle located in Odawara, Japan. It was originally built in the late 15th century and served as the seat of the Late Hōjō clan. The castle was expanded and reinforced in the 16th century, and served as a major stronghold during the Sengoku period. The castle was dismantled in the Meiji period, but was later rebuilt in the 1960s to serve as a tourist attraction. Visitors can climb the castle tower for a panoramic view of the city and explore the castle grounds, which include a museum displaying artifacts from the castle's history.
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