Ichikawa, Tagajo City, Miyagi Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Explore the Taga-jo Site, once the heart of Taga Castle, established in 724 AD as a vital administrative and military center of the Mutsu Province. Ranked among Japan's three great historic sites, alongside the Heijo Palace Site and Dazaifu Site, it offers a glimpse into ancient Japan. Today, visitors can wander the grounds, observing the foundation stones of former buildings and imagining the bustling activity of the governmental complex. Located in Tagajo City, Miyagi Prefecture, the site is a 10-minute walk from JR Tohoku Main Line Kofu-Tagajo Station. The best time to visit is during the day to fully appreciate the scale and historical significance of the site.