Takeda Castle Ruins

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Takeda Castle Ruins is known as the "Castle in the Sky", famous for its beautiful appearance floating above the clouds.

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Overview

Takeda Castle Ruins are located in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture, atop the 353.7m-high Kojoyama mountain. Designated as a national historical site, its magnificent and beautiful stone walls have earned it the nickname "Castle in the Sky," captivating numerous visitors. It is believed that Takeda Castle was built in the late Muromachi period by the Yamanami clan, the guardian daimyo of Tajima Province. Ownership later changed hands to the Akamatsu and Ota-gaki clans. In the late Sengoku period, it fell to Toyotomi Hideyoshi's forces and was subsequently abandoned. The charm of Takeda Castle Ruins lies not only in its history but also in its stunning natural beauty. The sea of clouds often seen in the early mornings of autumn and winter is particularly famous. The sight of Takeda Castle Ruins floating above the clouds is like something out of a painting, its ethereal beauty captivating many hearts. While you can hike to the summit, those less confident in their physical abilities can take a bus from the parking lot at the base. From the summit, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view, taking in the mountains of Tajima and, on a clear day, even the Sea of Japan. Takeda Castle Ruins is a tourist spot where you can enjoy both history and nature. We highly recommend a visit!

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Basic Information

Address: 169 Kojoyama, Takeda, Wadayama-cho, Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Hyogo

Access: Take the JR West Japan Ban'tan Line to Takeda Station. From there, you can reach the castle ruins by foot, bus, or taxi. Limited Express "Hamakaze" trains (numbers 1 and 4) stop at Takeda Station year-round, while trains 3 and 6 make limited stops. From Takeda Station: Walking: Approximately 50 minutes via the road route, about 25 minutes via the mountain trail behind the station, or about 20 minutes via the Tawarago Shrine mountain trail (Note: these mountain trails have uneven terrain and many stairs). A southern mountain route takes approximately 30 minutes and is fully paved, making it relatively easy to walk. Bus: The "Tenku Bus" (All Butan Bus) takes 20 minutes (operates from March to November; additional buses run during peak season). Taxi: Approximately 10 minutes to the mid-mountain parking lot for Takeda Castle Ruins. From Wadayama Station (JR West Japan San'in Main Line and Ban'tan Line): Approximately 20 minutes by taxi to the mid-mountain parking lot. Car: Ban'tan Renraku Road, Hokkinoki Toyooka Expressway, Wadayama IC → National Route 312 Free parking for castle visitors is available nearby. Detailed directions are also available on the official Takeda Castle Ruins website. Show route

Op.Hours: Monday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Thursday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Friday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Saturday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Cld.Days: Annually, January 4th - end of February

Fee: High school students and above: ¥500 Junior high school students and below: Free

INFO: Opening hours may vary depending on the season. Access may be restricted in bad weather, and opening hours and closure periods may be changed during winter. Please be aware of this. Annual passes and group discounts (¥50 off per person for groups of 20 or more high school students and adults) are available.