[蘆名氏] Ashina Aizu-Wakamatsu Castle

The castle was constructed by Ashina Naomori in 1384, and was originally named Kurokawa Castle (黒川城, Kurokawa-jō). It was the military and administrative center of the Aizu region until 1868. It was ruled by Ashina Moriuji until 1561, when he turned his domain over to his son. Owned by Ashina clan.