Nijo Castle
The Kyoto residence of the Tokugawa shoguns, famous for its 'nightingale floors' that chirp when walked on.
- Area
- Osaka · Kyoto
- Location
- Nijo
- Getting there
- Nijojo-mae Sta.
- Admission
- Castle + Ninomaru Palace: ¥1,300
- Hours
- 8:45–17:00 (last entry 16:00)
- Closed
- Dec 29–Dec 31
Ninomaru Palace is closed on Tuesdays in Jan, Jul, Aug and Dec (next day if a holiday), Dec 26–29 and Jan 1–3.
As of October 2026 · Prices and hours can change, so check the official website before you go.
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