Japan mobilizes 1,800 people to move 360-ton castle using ropes and rollers

In Aomori, Japan, 1,800 volunteers used a traditional technique to move the Hirosaki Castle's main tower over two meters as part of restoration efforts after earthquake damage.

• 1,800 volunteers participated in moving Hirosaki Castle's main tower
• The tower weighs 360 tons and was moved over two meters
• Technique used is called 'hikija', involving ropes and rollers
• Movement was necessary to repair earthquake-damaged walls
• Participants included locals and international visitors
• First use of 'hikija' for castle movement in over a century