Aizuwakamatsu Castle
Aizuwakamatsu Castle, also known as Tsuruga Castle, is a historic Japanese castle located in Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture. Originally built in the 1380s, it served as a strategic military stronghold during the Edo period. The castle is notable for its distinctive white walls and red-tiled roofs, which are a rare sight among Japanese castles.
The castle grounds feature a beautiful park with cherry blossom trees, making it a popular spot for visitors, especially during spring. Today, Aizuwakamatsu Castle is a designated Important Cultural Property and houses a museum that showcases the history of the castle and the Aizu domain.