Odawara: A castle that's beautiful at any time of year and offers a variety of seasonal views

Odawara Castle's charm lies in the fact that it offers a different look no matter the time of year. In spring, the plum and cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and the combination of the castle tower and cherry blossoms is truly postcard-perfect. There's also a wisteria trellis, and you can enjoy hydrangeas and irises during the rainy season, and fresh greenery and lotus flowers in the pond in summer. Castle Ruins Park is the perfect place for a leisurely stroll. In autumn, you can enjoy the autumn leaves, and in winter, the clear air allows you to enjoy the beautiful contrast between Mt. Fuji and the castle. In addition to herons and ducks, the moat is often home to migratory birds, which can also be seen depending on the season. In the castle tower, you can see historical exhibits and a diorama of the castle town. We also recommend experiencing the world of armor and ninjas at the Tokiwagi Gate Samurai Museum and Ninja Museum. Easily accessible, just a 10-minute walk from the station, this is a tourist spot you'll want to visit again and again, throughout the seasons! [Odawara Castle] 📍 Odawara Castle Ruins Park, Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, 250-0014 🚶 Approximately 10 minutes walk from Odawara Station 🕘 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 🎫 ⚪ Castle Tower: Adults ¥510, Elementary and Junior High School Students ¥200 ⚪ Tokiwagimon Samurai Hall: Adults ¥200, Elementary and Junior High School Students ¥60 ⚪ Ninja Hall: Adults ¥310, Elementary and Junior High School Students ¥100 ⚪ Combined Ticket (Castle Tower & Samurai Hall): Adults ¥610, Elementary and Junior High School Students ¥220 #JapanTravel #KanagawaTourism #Kanagawa #Odawara #Castle #CastleTour #japanesecastles #famousjapanesecastles