10 Castles in Chugoku That You Shouldn't Miss

November 17, 2021 Claudia Navarrete

Discover the best top things to do in Chugoku, Japan including Sakurayama Castle, Matsue Castle, Bitchu Matsuyama Castle, Kinojo Castle, Ueshi Castle Remains, Hiroshima Castle, Okayama Castle, Tsuyama Castle (Kakuzan Park), Iwakuni Castle, Gassan Toda castle.
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1. Sakurayama Castle

Shinichicho Miyauchi, Fukuyama 729-3104 Hiroshima Prefecture http://www.k-shinichi.com/sakurayama.php
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Sakurayama Castle

2. Matsue Castle

1-5 Tonomachi, Matsue 690-0887 Shimane Prefecture +81 852-21-4030 [email protected] https://www.matsue-castle.jp/
Excellent
44%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 1,499 reviews

Matsue Castle

Matsue symbol Matsue Castle is said to be one of the national treasures and one of the only orthodox towers among the 12 towers that exist throughout the country. Matsue Castle can be proud, please enjoy.

Reviewed By jeffreygalino - Hiroshima, Japan

If you are into history and culture, you should visit this castle. The structure is still in its original form. It looks unique compared to other Japanese castles for its black color. Discounted ticket price is given to foreigners. A panoramic view of Matsue City is seen from top.

3. Bitchu Matsuyama Castle

1 Uchisange, Takahashi 716-0004 Okayama Prefecture +81 866-22-1487 http://takahasikanko.or.jp/modules/spot/index.php?content_id=1
Excellent
56%
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4.5 based on 297 reviews

Bitchu Matsuyama Castle

Reviewed By BZimm08 - Iwakuni, Japan

Bitchu Matsuyama Castle is considered the highest castle above sea level in Japan. This castle is one of the originals and well worth a visit. There is a parking lot before the castle. Unfortunately visitors must either walk the road up or take a shuttle which is 400 Yen, I chose to walk the road, it was not that long and pretty easy. I really liked this castle, it's smaller then others. I found it unique how the builders used the environment (hills and rocks) to construct the castle, it's evident how this was done. I recommend the small fee to enter the castle. We are cat lovers so the highlight for us was Sanjuro, the cat. He made his way up here due to flooding in the area years ago and has been the local mascot since, so cute!

4. Kinojo Castle

Okusaka, Soja 719-1101 Okayama Prefecture +81 866-99-8566 http://www.city.soja.okayama.jp/kanko_project/kanko/kannkou_bunnka/kankouti/kinojyo/kinojo.html
Excellent
47%
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44%
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9%
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4.5 based on 43 reviews

Kinojo Castle

5. Ueshi Castle Remains

958-2 Ueshi, Yurihama-cho, Tohaku-gun 689-0733 Tottori Prefecture http://www.pref.tottori.lg.jp/93948.htm
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Ueshi Castle Remains

6. Hiroshima Castle

21-1 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima 730-0011 Hiroshima Prefecture +81 82-221-7512 http://www.rijo-castle.jp/rijo/main.html
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4.0 based on 1,969 reviews

Hiroshima Castle

Rebuilt following its destruction by the atomic bomb, this building houses an excellent museum that traces Hiroshima’s history, describes the architecture and other aspects of castles in Japan and, through videos, explains the construction of this castle.

Reviewed By HKeater - Hong Kong, China

The castle was rebuilt with original aesthetics retained where possible. Lots of photos and exhibits to see and once you reach the top floor, you are rewarded with a brisk refreshing breeze and great views across the city.

7. Okayama Castle

2-3-1 Marunouchi, Okayama 700-0823 Okayama Prefecture +81 86-225-2096 http://www.okayama-kanko.net/ujo/
Excellent
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4.0 based on 1,163 reviews

Okayama Castle

Reviewed By jesdaap - Bangkok, Thailand

Although it looks like a typical castle in Japan that tells its history and shows valuable objects, with its black appearance and the Okayama City & beautiful Korakuen Garden viewpoint above is a difference that must be visited. There are also rental services for ancient noble clothes, photo spots inside the building and entrance tickets included the Castle and Korakuen Garden sold at a reasonable price.

8. Tsuyama Castle (Kakuzan Park)

135 Sange, Tsuyama 708-0022 Okayama Prefecture +81 868-22-4572 http://www.tsuyamakan.jp/tour/detail/?pk=58
Excellent
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4.0 based on 178 reviews

Tsuyama Castle (Kakuzan Park)

9. Iwakuni Castle

Yokoyama, Iwakuni 740-0001 Yamaguchi Prefecture +81 827-29-5000 http://www.city.iwakuni.lg.jp/site/keikan-keikaku/18334.html
Excellent
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4.0 based on 382 reviews

Iwakuni Castle

Reviewed By VoltageBallarat

An interesting and attractive castle containing a display of a range of Japanese swords and other weapons. We recommend you take the ropeway (cable car) to the top of the hill where the castle is.

10. Gassan Toda castle

Toda Hirose-cho, Yasugi Shimane Prefecture http://yasugi-kankou.com/index.php?view=5228
Excellent
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Good
46%
Satisfactory
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4.0 based on 67 reviews

Gassan Toda castle

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