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Odawara Castle and the Sengoku City: Hojo Power, Japanese Castle Guide

These sources chronicle the extensive history of Odawara Castle, a pivotal Japanese fortress that served as the stronghold for the Hojo clan during the Sengoku period. The texts detail how the Hojo established a people-centered governance and independent state before falling to the massive military force of Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1590. This significant siege involved unconventional tactics and the construction of a 9-kilometer defensive wall known as a "Sogamae" to protect the entire town. Following the Hojo's defeat, the castle transitioned to Tokugawa control and underwent multiple reconstructions due to fires and severe earthquakes. Today, the site is a National Historic Site featuring a modern concrete donjon, restored gates, and a museum. Archaeological findings continue to reveal medieval moat structures and artifacts that highlight the castle’s evolving architectural legacy. #kanagawa #odawara #castle #guide