Matsue Castle
A National Treasure featuring the striking contrast of black-lacquered plaster and white walls, Matsue Castle is one of the 12 original surviving…
Matsue Castle is a designated National Treasure located in Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture.
What makes it special
About Matsue Castle
- Explore the National Treasure Castle Tower to see authentic Japanese castle architecture up close.
- Enjoy the striking visual contrast of the black-lacquered walls and white architecture.
- Combine your visit with nearby historical sites like the Matsue Historical Museum for a complete cultural experience.
- Cashless payments (Credit cards and IC cards) are widely accepted for convenience.
- Prepare for the tower climb by wearing easy-to-remove shoes and using the provided shoe bags.
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Weather forecast
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9/19
25°/22°
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Sun
9/20
26°/22°
57%
Mon
9/21
25°/23°
45%
Tue
9/22
24°/21°
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Wed
9/23
25°/20°
4%
Thu
9/24
24°/19°
6%
Fri
9/25
24°/20°
18%
Tips
Payment
Cashless options available including Credit Cards, Transportation IC cards, QUICPay, Rakuten Edy, WAON, and nanaco.
English Support
Please check availability on-site.
Reservations
No advance booking required.
Clothing/Items
You must remove your shoes to enter the tower; a shoe bag is provided. Easy-to-remove shoes are recommended.
Photography
Please follow the specific rules of the facility.
Accessibility
For wheelchair access information, please check the official website FAQ.
Etiquette
Removing shoes is a mandatory rule for entering the castle tower.
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