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.
Highlights
- Birthplace 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.
Overview
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