basic information

Matsuyama Castle (Matsuyamajo) is considered one of the most beautiful of Japan's few remaining original castles. Situated on a steep, but flat topped hill, the castle is one of only three Japanese castles with multiple wings.

Matsuyamajo was constructed from 1602 to 1628. In 1635 the castle was assigned to a branch of the Matsudaira family, relatives of the Tokugawa, and remained in their hands until the end of the feudal era. The current three storied castle tower was constructed in 1820 after the original five storied one was destroyed by lightening.

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how to get there

Matsuyama Castle stands on a steep hill in the center of Matsuyama and can be accessed by ropeway. The closest tram stop to the ropeway station is "Higashikeisatsucho-mae".

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1st of 3 most visited sights in Matsuyama.
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