[Okayama Prefecture] Tsuyama Castle, one of Japan's 100 most famous castles

Tsuyama Castle, which has been recognized as one of Japan's 100 most famous castles, was built on the 50m-high Kakuyama mountain by Yamanaka Tadamasa during the Muroyama period. It was originally called Kakuyama Castle, but after it was abandoned and repaired, it came to be called Tsuyama Castle. Today, only parts of the stone walls remain, but the view from the hilltop is magnificent. In spring, it is also famous as a cherry blossom viewing spot. There are quite a few steps to climb up to the hilltop, so be sure to stay hydrated when visiting. Facility name 📍 Tsuyama Castle Address 📍 135 Yamashita, Tsuyama City, Okayama Prefecture Opening hours 📍 ・April to September: 8:40 to 19:00 ・October to March: 8:40 to 17:00 ※Open all year round (except December 29th to 31st) Price 📍 300 yen for adults, free for junior high and elementary school students Access 📍 [By train] 10-minute walk from Tsuyama Station, or from Tsuyama Station to Tsuyama Wide Area Bus Center - Gongo Bus Left-hand Line, get off at Tourist Center-mae [By car] ・15-minute drive from Tsuyama IC on the Chugoku Expressway, 15-minute drive from Innosho IC, 10-minute walk from JR Tsuyama Station #Domestic travel #japan #Okayama #Okayama trip #Okayama sightseeing #Sakura2024 #Japan's 100 famous castles #Tsuyama Castle