Matsuyama Castle

Matsuyama Castle features a tenshu (castle tower or keep) built in the early Edo period. Castle construction began in 1602 and took about a quarter of a century to complete. Construction of the castle began in 1602 and took about a quarter of a century to complete. Located in the center of Matsuyama City, the top floor of the castle tower overlooks the Matsuyama-heiya Plain and the Seto Inland Sea. From the Ninomaru (second circle of defense) to the Honmaru (main circle of defense) is a nobori-ishigaki (climbing stone wall), a form of defense used in Wa-jō (Japanese castles built in Korea in the 16th century), and the southern part of the wall remains in almost perfect condition. All of Shiroyama Park, including Horinouchi, is a national historic site, and 21 buildings here have been designated important national cultural properties. The site is also famous for its sweeping views of the city nightscape, as well as for cherry-blossom viewing.

 

Basic information

Address

Marunouchi, Matsuyama City

How to Get There

10 minute walk from Chojaganaru ropeway and lift station
*20-30 minute walk from the paths up to the castle

Open time

Castle tower 9:00 to 5:00 p.m. (Last entry at 4:30 p.m.; varies according to the season)

Closed

Castle Tower: the third Wednesday of December

Fee

Adult: ¥520, Child: ¥160

Filters

• Good nighttime option
• Pet-friendly (Consultation may be required)
• Free
• Accessible by public transportation

Who are you traveling with?

• Children
• Family
• Couple
• Friends
• Alone
• Senior

Recommended seasons

• Spring
• Summer
• Autumn
• Winter

Note

Please be aware that changes may be made to the information due to various circumstances.
For the latest information, please contact the respective facilities directly.
・Paid parking lot
・Admission to the keep is charged
・For inquiries about the Field Museum Master, please contact the Town Development Promotion Section (telephone 089-948-6996).

Detailed information

Phone

089-921-4873 (Matsuyama Castle General Office)

Web Site

http://www.matsuyamajo.jp/

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This information is correct as of 12/2024. For details, please visit the official website of each facility or contact each facility.