Tsuruga Castle

Tsurgasaki Castle, also known as "Aizu Castle" or "Aizuwakamatsu Castle," is famed for withstanding the fierce assaults of the new government forces during the Boshin War in 1868, earning its reputation as an "impregnable fortress." It is one of Japan's 100 famous castles, rebuilt in 1965, and in 2011, it was renovated with the distinctive "red tiles" of the 17th century, making it the only red-tiled castle in Japan. Inside the main keep, there is a museum, and from the top floor, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the city of Aizuwakamatsu. Within the park, there is a tea house called Rinkaku, said to have been built by the son of Sen no Rikyū, Shōan. The castle is also famous as a cherry blossom viewing spot, with around 1,000 cherry trees blooming beautifully in spring, along with nighttime illuminations.

Basic Information

Spot Name: Tsuruga Castle
Location: 〒965-0873 1-1 Otemachi, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture
Access: Get off at "Tsuruga Castle Entrance" by Haikarasan Akabei, a 5-minute walk. Approximately 15 minutes from Aizuwakamatsu IC on the Ban-etsu Expressway.
Parking: Regular cars: 360 spaces (paid)
*There are three parking areas: Tsuru Castle West Demaru Parking Lot, Tsuru Castle South Entrance Parking Lot, and Tsuru Castle East Entrance Parking Lot.
Business Hours: Tsuruga Castle Keep Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
*Last admission at 4:30 PM
Regular Holiday: Open daily.
Fees: 【Tsuruga Castle Tower Admission Fee】
Adults: 410 yen
Children: 150 yen
Contact Information: Phone Number：0242-27-4005
Official Website: https://www.tsurugajo.com/tsurugajo/