ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Continued 100 Fine Castles of Japan

Okay, so imagine you’re playing with blocks and you build a really cool castle. Now imagine that there are 100 different castles that people built in Japan a long, long time ago. They’re so special that people still talk about them today!

These 100 Fine Castles of Japan were built by Japanese lords to protect their lands and people. Some were built on hills or mountains because they were easier to defend, while others were built near rivers or the ocean because they could be used to get supplies or escape quickly.

Each castle was built using different materials, like stone, wood, or even mud. They all had special features too, like secret tunnels, walls that were really tall and thick, and even moats with water all around to keep enemies out.

Today, some of the castles are still standing and you can go visit them if you go to Japan! They’re really special because they’re so old and each one has its own story to tell. It’s like taking a trip back in time to see what life was like a long time ago.