Ako Castle Ruins

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Ako Castle Ruins is a beautiful park, ablaze with cherry blossoms in spring. It's free to visit!

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Overview

Ako Castle Ruins is located in Ako City, Hyogo Prefecture. It's the former site of the castle where the lords of the Ako Domain resided. Construction began in 1617 (Genna 3) under Asano Naganao. Subsequent lords of the Ako Domain made renovations, shaping the castle into its current form. The castle was abandoned in 1871 (Meiji 4) with the abolition of the feudal domains. Today, it's a beautifully maintained park, free to explore. You can still see remnants of the Honmaru (main enclosure), Ninomaru (second enclosure), and Sanmaru (third enclosure). The views of Ako City from the castle grounds are stunning. The park is especially popular in spring when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, often featuring night cherry blossom viewing events. Ako Castle Ruins is a highly recommended spot to experience history and nature.

  • Historic Sites
  • Castle

Basic Information

Address
1424-1 Kamiariyacho, Ako City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan Search for tourist attractions in Hyogo
Access
20-minute walk from JR Banshu-Ako Station Approximately 25-minute drive from JR Aio Station Approximately 10-minute drive from Ako IC on the Sanyo Expressway Show route
Op.Hours
Open daily except Honmaru. Honmaru is open from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (admission until 4:00 PM).
Cld.Days
Closed only in Honmaru and Ninomaru Gardens during the New Year's period (December 28th to January 4th).
Fee
Free
INFO
Please note that pets and bicycles are prohibited in the following areas within Ako Castle. Your cooperation is appreciated.
HP
http://www.ako-hyg.ed.jp/bunkazai/akojo/

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