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Explore the story of Matsuyama Castle, a beloved Shikoku symbol and its transition from a symbol of samurai power to Ehime's most beloved attraction.

Perched above the gentle Hijikawa River in the charming castle town of Ozu, Ozu Castle is one of Ehime Prefecture's most remarkable historical treasures. Whi...

After centuries of war, samurai battles, and a civil war, only 12 original castles remain in Japan—and four of them are in Shikoku! This week, I’ll be starti...