Okazaki Castle

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Okazaki Castle: The birthplace of Tokugawa Ieyasu! With dragon legends, Okazaki Castle offers a romantic history and stunning views.

Historic Sites
Castle

HighlightsBirthplace of Tokugawa Ieyasu
Rebuilt Castle Tower
360-Degree Panoramic View
Legends About Dragons
Famous Cherry Blossom Spot

Basic Information

Address: 561-1 Kosei-cho, Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Aichi

Access: About a 15-minute walk from Higashi-Okazaki Station on the Meitetsu Nagoya Main Line. About a 10-minute walk from Okazaki Koen-mae Station on the Meitetsu Nagoya Main Line or Naka-Okazaki Station on the Aichi Loop Railway. About a 15-minute bus ride from Okazaki Station on the JR Tokaido Main Line / Aichi Loop Railway. Get off at the "Tono-bashi" bus stop and walk. Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last admission at 4:30 PM)

Cld.Days: Year-end holidays (December 29th - December 31st)

Fee: Okazaki Castle Admission: General Admission - Adults: ¥300, Children: ¥150

INFO: Please note that the castle is not fully wheelchair accessible. There is no elevator; access is via stairs only (79 steps). Re-entry is not permitted. Pets are not allowed inside the castle, with the exception of guide dogs and service dogs. Eating, drinking, and smoking are prohibited inside the castle. Smoking is permitted only in designated areas within the park grounds.

HP: https://okazaki-kanko.jp/okazaki-park/feature/okazakijo/top

Overview

Okazaki Castle was originally built in the mid-15th century by Yoritsugu Saigo. Later, Kiyoyasu Matsudaira moved his base here, and Tokugawa Ieyasu was born. During the Edo period, it was regarded as the "castle of the divine ruler's birth" and was governed by hereditary vassals. The castle tower and other structures were demolished by the decree abolishing castles in the Meiji era, but were rebuilt in 1959 thanks to the enthusiasm of the citizens. Inside the castle is a historical museum where you can learn about Ieyasu's life and the history of Okazaki. Okazaki Park, where Okazaki Castle is located, has also been selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots, and about 800 Somei Yoshino cherry trees bloom in the spring. Within the park, there is also Ryujo Shrine, which enshrines Ieyasu, and the Mikawa Samurai House Ieyasu Museum, offering a full day of enjoyment.

Okazaki Castle

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