Japanese castles are an essential part of Japan’s cultural heritage. Although many people associate them with imposing structures and tall towers, that isn’t the case for some. An example of such a castle is Kanazawa Castle, which is unique in its features. Located in Kanazawa City in Ishikawa Prefecture, the castle was built in 1580 by Lord Maeda Toshiie. It served as the residence of the Maeda family, who governed the Kaga Domain for over 280 years. Kanazawa Castle RestorationDespite facing numerous devastating fires over the years, some of the castle’s structures have been reconstructed to …