[Japan's 100 Famous Castles] Kumamoto Castle🏯

Kumamoto Castle, one of the three most famous castles in Japan, was built by Kato Kiyomasa over a period of seven years starting in 1601. After the Kumamoto earthquake, the castle tower was restored and was very beautiful. The castle is fully equipped with elevators and wheelchair accessible. The observation deck on the top floor offers a great view of the city of Kumamoto! ▶︎Location: 1-1 Honmaru, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture ▶︎Access: About 30 minutes from JR Kumamoto Station on the Kumamoto Castle Tour Bus Shiromeguri ▶︎Paid parking available ▶︎Opening hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (Last admission 16:30) ▶︎Admission fee: High school students and above 800 yen Elementary and junior high school students 300 yen #0 yen autumn trip #Kumamoto Castle