津山藩
Tsuyama Domain
森氏

Mori Clan
186,000 Koku
松平 (越前)

Matsudaira (Echizen) Clan
100,000 Koku
津山城
Tsuyama Castle is classified as a hilltop castle, and is located in Okayama Prefecture. During the pre-modern age, it found itself within the borders of Mimasaka Province. It is associated with the Mōri, Matsudaira clans. Dates in use: 1441 - 1873.
The centrepiece of this castle was a five-storied main tower & was protected by 60 turrets. It was said to have been as grand as Himeji castle. Now just the walls and the recently reconstructed Bitchu turret remain.
Timeline
1441 | Yamana Tadamasa built fortifications here. |
1467 | The castle, known as Tsuruyama Castle, was abandoned. |
1603 | Mōri Tadamasa was transferred here. |
1604 | Construction on Tsuyama Castle started. |
1616 | The castle was completed. |
1697 | The reign of the Mōri lords ended & the Asano clan gained control of the area. |
1698 | The Etchizen branch of the Matsudaira clan were handed control of the castle & remained in control until the castle was abandoned in 1873 |
1809 | The palace of the main enclosure burnt down. |
1810 | The palace was rebuilt. |
1873 | The castle was abandoned. |
1874 | The buildings were demolished & the land was sold as farmland. |
2005 | The Bitchu Turret was rebuilt. |
2006 | The walls of the Taiko Turret were restored. |
Historical recognition
Site | National Historic Site |