• The name of the castle "Fukuoka" comes from the same village in the province of Buzen Province of origin of the genus Kuroda.
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  • Fukuoka Castle was built on the land of Chikuzen Province (part of Fukuoka today) which was awarded to Kuroda Nagamas...
  • Explore the historical Fukuoka Castle ruins and enjoy panoramic views of the city. Discover the rich history of the castle and its significance.
  • Fukuoka Castle is a bit small compared to Nagoya and Osaka castles. ... Nice stand-alone turret, originally being part of the Fukuoka Castle defence system.
  • Fukuoka Castle is a Japanese castle located in Chūō-ku, Fukuoka, Japan. It is also known as Maizuru Castle or Seki Castle.
  • Even after the completion of Fukuoka Castle, temples were still being relocated to strategic points, and in consequence the castle was fortified by degrees.
  • Nagamasa came to Fukuoka in 1601 and began building Fukuoka Castle. In its time, Fukuoka Castle was the largest castle in Kyushu and boasted 47 yagura.
  • The ruins of Fukuoka Castle (福岡城跡, Fukuokajōato) are located in the middle of the city in Maizuru Park, named after the castle's alias, Maizuru Castle.
  • Since there's no entrance fee, and it is rather easy to get to, Fukuoka Castle ruins makes a perfect little activity in your day of exploring Hakata!