basic information

Matsue Castle (Matsuejo) is one of only about a dozen original castles in Japan, meaning that its castle tower has survived the wars, fires, earthquakes and anti-feudal activities of the post-feudal era (since 1868).

Matsuejo was completed in 1611 by the local lord Horio Yoshiharu. In 1638, the fief and castle were reassigned to a branch of the Matsudaira clan, relatives of the Tokugawa. The castle tower underwent major renovation works in the 1950s.

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how to get there

Matsue Castle can be reached in a 30 minute walk from JR Matsue Station or in a 15 minute walk from Ichibata Dentetsu's Matsue-Shinjiko-Onsen Station. The castle is also connected with both train stations by the "Lake Line" loop bus.

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hours and fees

Hours: 8:30-18:30 (April-September), 8:30-17:00 (October-March)
Admission: 550 yen (50% off for foreign visitors!)

travel community

Users who have been to Matsue: 24
Users who have been to Matsue Castle: 16

1st of 5 most visited sights in Matsue.
220th of 385 most visited sights nationwide.