Kii Castle


Kii Castle was a castle structure between Miyaki District, Saga and Chikushino, Fukuoka, Japan. Kii Castle has been designated a site of special national significance.

History

Kii castle was built by the Yamato court. Following the defeat of Yamato Japan in the 663 Battle of Hakusukinoe by an alliance of Tang China and the Korean kingdom of Silla, Emperor Tenji ordered the construction of defenses against a possible invasion.
Kii Castle was listed as one of the Continued Top 100 Japanese Castles in 2017.