Okayama Castle
Okayama Castle, also known as "Ujo" (Crow Castle), was built in 1597 by Ukita Hideie, a vassal of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. It features a unique three-story, six-floor asymmetrical pentagonal main keep. Its black exterior, made of wooden boarding, gives it the nickname "Ujo," and it has become a landmark of Okayama City. Although it was destroyed in an air raid in 1945, it has since been reconstructed. In November 2022, it completed extensive renovations in the Reiwa era, with exhibitions curated by historian Isoda Michifumi that clearly introduce the history of Okayama. During the spring, summer, and autumn, the "Ujo Lantern Festival" is held, where beautiful nighttime illuminations take place. Additionally, the castle grounds feature an experience workshop for Bizen pottery and a café, making it a place full of attractions.
Basic Information
- Spot Name
- Okayama Castle
- Location
- 〒700-0823 2-3-1 Marunouchi, Kita Ward, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture
- Access
- From JR Okayama Station, take the tram to Higashiyama for about 5 minutes and get off at "Jōka," then walk for about 10 minutes, or take the Okayama Electric Tramway bus to Takaya or Nishida via Higashiyama and get off at "Kenchō-mae," then walk for about 5 minutes. It is about a 20-minute drive from Okayama IC on the Sanyo Expressway.
- Parking
- Please use the nearby paid parking facilities.
- Business Hours
- 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (Last admission at 5:00 PM)
- Regular Holiday
- Year-end (December 29th to 31st)
- Fees
- Adults (high school students and above) 400 yen, elementary and junior high school students 100 yen ※ Preschool children are free.
- Contact Information
- Phone Number：086-225-2096
- Official Website
