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~ the last lord of this castle ~
This is an old 600-year-old historical castle. During the Meiji Revolution (Boshin Civil War) , the castle surrendered to anti-shogunate troops after being partially burned during a fierce attack. The surrender of Tsurugajo marked the end of the samurai society. Under the new goverment, the castle was destroy in 1874, but was rebuilt in 1965 with the enthusiasic support of local citizens. A concrete structure with some wooden decor, it is surrounded by a huge stone wall and moat. The white tower rising in the blue sky provides a splendid view of the town.
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