Okazaki Castle is a historic Japanese castle located in Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture. Originally built in the 15th century, it served as a strategic military base during the Sengoku period. The castle is known for its beautiful architecture and scenic surroundings, including a park that features cherry blossoms in spring. The castle was reconstructed in 1959 and now houses a museum that showcases artifacts related to its history. It is also famous for being the birthplace of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa shogunate, which ruled Japan for over 250 years. Visitors can explore the castle grounds and enjoy panoramic views of the area.