National Treasure Inuyama Castle
Inuyama Castle is one of five castles designated as national treasures in Japan, located in Inuyama City, Aichi Prefecture. Built during the Sengoku period by Oda Nobunaga's uncle, Oda Nobuyasu, this castle features Japan's oldest wooden tenshu (donjon). The three-story, four-floor structure with two basement levels boasts high historical value, and from the top floor of the tenshu, a magnificent view extends over the Kiso River, Mount Ontake, Gifu Castle, and the cityscape of Nagoya.
Once a rare castle that was privately owned in Japan, it was transferred to the public foundation Inuyama Castle Hakutei Library in 2004. Positioned at the border between Owari and Mino provinces, the castle saw frequent changes in rulers during the Sengoku period, including the Oda, Ikeda, and Ishikawa clans. During the Edo period, the castle lord was Naruse Masashige, a senior retainer of the Owari Domain, who held this position until the end of the Edo period.
Inuyama Castle has many attractions. One of them is a sacred tree called "Osugi-sama," which local residents honor with shimenawa (sacred rope). Much of the wood used in the castle's construction remains, allowing visitors to feel the history within its walls. As you pass through the castle gate, its grand appearance unfolds before you, allowing you to experience the history and strength of Inuyama Castle. This beautiful castle, which survived the tumultuous Sengoku era and evaded air raids, continues to be loved by many people to this day.
Once a rare castle that was privately owned in Japan, it was transferred to the public foundation Inuyama Castle Hakutei Library in 2004. Positioned at the border between Owari and Mino provinces, the castle saw frequent changes in rulers during the Sengoku period, including the Oda, Ikeda, and Ishikawa clans. During the Edo period, the castle lord was Naruse Masashige, a senior retainer of the Owari Domain, who held this position until the end of the Edo period.
Inuyama Castle has many attractions. One of them is a sacred tree called "Osugi-sama," which local residents honor with shimenawa (sacred rope). Much of the wood used in the castle's construction remains, allowing visitors to feel the history within its walls. As you pass through the castle gate, its grand appearance unfolds before you, allowing you to experience the history and strength of Inuyama Castle. This beautiful castle, which survived the tumultuous Sengoku era and evaded air raids, continues to be loved by many people to this day.
Basic Information
- Spot Name
- National Treasure Inuyama Castle
- Location
- 〒484-0082 65-2 Kitanokoken, Inuyama-shi, Aichi-ken, Japan
- Access
- About a 15-minute walk from the west exit of Meitetsu "Inuyama Yuen Station".
- Parking
- Regular vehicles: 140 spaces
Buses: 10 spaces - Business Hours
- 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Last admission at 4:30 PM)
- Regular Holiday
- December 29th to December 31st
- Fees
- [Adults] 550 yen
[Elementary and junior high school students] 110 yen - Contact Information
- Phone Number：0568-61-1711
- Official Website
