Tsuruga Castle: The Impregnable Fortress of the Samurai Known as the symbol of Aizu-Wakamatsu, Tsuruga Castle (also known as Wakamatsu Castle) stands as a testament to the resilience of the samurai spirit. Originally built in 1384, it earned a reputation for being impregnable after surviving a month-long siege during the Boshin War in 1868. While the original structure was demolished in 1874, it was faithfully rebuilt in 1965. In 2011, the castle underwent a major renovation to restore its uniqu