Inuyama Castle
A national treasure with one of Japan's oldest surviving castle keeps, looking down over the Kiso River.
- Area
- Nagoya · Inuyama
- Location
- Inuyama
- Getting there
- Inuyama-yuen Sta. (Meitetsu)
- Admission
- ¥1,000
- Hours
- 9:00–17:00 (last entry 16:30)
- Closed
- Dec 29–Dec 31
As of October 2026 · Prices and hours can change, so check the official website before you go.
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