Type: Hilltop.
Built in: Around 800 ACD by Sakanoueno Tamuramaro.
Class: Ruins.

Soma Nakamura Castle is one of the oldest castle in Japan. It was constructed the beginning of 9th century. In 1337, Nakamura clan took over this castle and controled this place.

During the Sengoku Period, this castle was important fortress for Soma Clan to against Date clan.

During Edoperiod, Soma clan moved their main castle from Odaka Castle to this castle and became the center of Soma Domain. In Boshin War in 1868, this castle was defeated by Meiji Government army and abandoned.

Otemon Gate
Constructed in 1649.

There are moat, stone walls and baileys are preserved in a great condition.

At the main baily, it has Soma Shrine, today.