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Kinojo

Okayama · Soja · Castles & History

Japanese name: 鬼ノ城

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WHAT TO DOKinojo

An ancient mountain fortress. Held to be the stronghold of Ura, the model for the ogre in the Momotaro tale.

WHEREOkayama

Bitchu · Soja

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Overview

An ancient mountain fortress. Held to be the stronghold of Ura, the model for the ogre in the Momotaro tale.

About this place

Kino Castle (鬼ノ城, Kino-jō) was an ancient kōgoishi type castle located in the city of Sōja, Okayama Prefecture, Japan. Its ruins have been protected as a National Historic Site since 1986. Portions of the castle were reconstructed in the early 2000s.

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Key facts

Founded / opened：7th century Designation：Historic Site

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