1-1 Honmaru, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Nagoya Castle, easily accessible from the subway and Nagoya Station via the Nagoya Sightseeing Route Bus, is a must-see landmark. Built by Tokugawa Ieyasu, the castle features impressive stonework, moats, and reconstructed structures like the Honmaru Palace, showcasing opulent Edo-era architecture. While the main tower is currently undergoing renovations for earthquake resistance, visitors can still explore the palace, gardens, and corner turrets. Don't miss the golden shachihoko (golden tiger-fish roof ornaments) and the castle's historical significance as the former seat of the Owari branch of the Tokugawa clan. Open from 9:00 to 16:30 (entry until 16:00), with a small admission fee for adults, it's best to check for seasonal events and special openings of the corner turrets.
Year of construction: 1612. Accessibility: Accessible parking for people with disabilities: ○. Accessibility: Elevator: ○ (Elevators do not reach the 5th to 7th floors of the castle tower). Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible elevator: ○ (Elevators do not reach the 5th to 7th floors of the castle tower). Accessibility: Wheelchair rental: ○. Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible toilet: ○. Accessibility: Guide dogs allowed: ○. Accessibility: Discounts: ○ (100 yen discount for Nagoya residents aged 65 and over with ID; Free admission for those with disability certificates and up to 2 caregivers).