1868 was a watershed moment in Japanese history as the country entered the imperial restoration of the Meiji Period after centuries of a feudal system. The following year saw the birth of Matsue City, as the feudal system had been abolished. Several turrets and gates of
Matsue Castle were torn down in 1875, but thankfully the castle tower (tenshukaku) was saved by the efforts and donations of the citizens of Matsue. It is now one of only 12 remaining original castles in Japan.
VISIT MATSUE
