Ancient castles worldwide carry histories of power and violence, attracting those intrigued by alleged paranormal activity.

The excavation of ruins of the last castle built by the warlord Toyotomi Hideyoshi is being hailed as the greatest discovery in Japan of this century. While there have been references in the ...

Himeji Castle with its white keep is one of Japan's most famous castles. But its beauty is deceiving. The paths to the keep follow the hill's gradient and hold many surprises for potential attackers.

Japan is famous for combining ancient traditions with futuristic cities, but it also has a surprising side. Scattered across the country are places that look like they belong somewhere else entirely: ...

From fortresses to ornate palaces, these structures are worth traveling for. This gorgeous medieval castle endured wars with little damage—in fact, it's looked pretty much the same since the ...

Himeji Castle (Japan): Known as the "White Heron Castle" due to its elegant white exterior, Himeji Castle is one of Japan’s most iconic and well-preserved feudal castles, renowned for its beauty and ...

Japan is filled with beautiful castles from the towering majesty of Osaka Castle to the eye-catching white walls of Himeji. Naturally, Assassin's Creed Shadows incorporates those scenic castles ...

MARUGAME, Kagawa Prefecture--Built about 400 years ago, Marugame Castle is looking for a new feudal lord. The new master must have deep pockets and foreigners are welcome. The city government ...