Cool Stuff We Found Related To Ravens (Or In This Case Crows)

Matsumoto Castle, also known as the “Crow Castle” because of its black exterior, is a premier historic castle in Japan built in 1504 by the Shimadachi Sadanaga clan out of earth, stone and wood. “Crow Castle” was in use from 1504 to 1868 until the outer castle was demolished when the land was reclaimed in the Meiji Restoration. The original black keep and inner walls survived. The “Crow Castle” is now listed as a National Treasure of Japan and is located in the city of Matsumoto, in Nagano Prefecture and is within easy reach of Tokyo by road or rail.