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This page provides official travel information about Castle closest to the world 「Kishiwada castle」&「Kishiwada casle garden Hachijin-no-niwa」and nearby attractions in the Kansai region of Japan.
The Okabe Clan were lords of Kishiwada Castle during the Edo period. The original castle tower was destroyed by lightning and the current structure was rebuilt in 1954, so 2024 marks the 70th anniversary of its reconstruction. Hachijin Garden, designed by landscape architect Mirei Shigemori, has been designated as a site of National Scenic Beauty. The view from the third floor of the castle tower is not to be missed.
This basic information is current at the time of publication and is subject to change.
Please check the official website for the latest information.