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Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Shirakawa Barrier is a historic site located in Shirakawa City, Fukushima Prefecture, centering on the remains of an ancient checkpoint. It was established in ancient times as one of the borders connecting Oshu (Mutsu Province) and Kinai (the Kinai region). It has been featured in waka poetry such as the Manyoshu and Kokin Wakashu, making it a place of great importance in both waka poetry and history.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Shirakawa-Komine Castle is a castle ruin and park located in Shirakawa City, Fukushima Prefecture. It is one of the most representative flatland castles of the Edo period. The castle is located near Shirakawa Barrier, a key point on the highway, and was developed as a strategic base connecting Tohoku and Kanto. Currently, the castle consists of the Honmaru and Ninomaru citadels...