Kumamoto Castle in Kumamoto Prefecture on the island of Kyushu. Strong and one of the oldest in Japan Built since 1601 as a fortress. This castle, according to history, had two large families that occupied and maintained the castle. The first phase was the Kato Family (Kato) by Kato Kiyomasa Dai Myo at that time which renovated and renovated the castle further (Form as seen today). Later, the castle was in charge of The Hosogawa family came to dominate the city of Kumamoto instead. In 1877, the castle was destroyed almost entirely by fire for almost 100 years later, so it was recreated. Same structure as the Kato era More remarkable is that the castle was built of wood. Without using any nails (do not simulate how polished or carved beams, built without using nails to try and engage in play)
The territory of the castle is very wide. There are many points of interest. Anyone who wants to see it all should have at least 2 hours. But the main point that you can’t miss is the Uto Turret, a fortress next to the Hohoate Gate. Aside from being a viewpoint for both the castle and the city side, Many people consider it to be a beautiful spot for taking pictures of the castle in another corner. The top of the castle has 2 towers.
The main tower is 30 meters high and the small tower is 19 meters high. The ground floor of the castle is also open as a museum to visit. If anyone goes to Japan during the cherry blossom season around the castle, it is another great spot to see cherry blossoms. Hundreds of cherry trees will come together to bloom for the locals to see. For those who are already tired of walking Will sit and enjoy the view of the castle or find something to drink and eat lightly at the tea shop opposite the main castle Walking around the castle Each floor should visit the museum before walking up to the next floor. The drop off cannot be visited because there will be metal railings. There is a guided tour inside the castle (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) free of charge.
In Kumamoto Castle, use wood for construction, but use the polishing of the beams and the columns instead of the nails to hammer and fasten each part. Inside the castle there are many floors to walk around. With both the history of the castle Model room inside the castle Art paintings Structural model of the castle and the surrounding city Various weapons used in the olden days Including the observation point or the view point located above It takes at least two hours to walk both outside and inside.
Open – Close Hour: 8:30 to 16:30 pm. (Closed on 29-31 December)
Admission Fee: 500 yen
How to get there:
By Train:
- from Kumamoto Station take Lopp Bus to Kumamoto Castle and get off at Kumamoto Castle (Sign).
- From JR Kumamoto Station, take the tram to get off at this station. Then get off at umamotojo-mae or can walk straight away. This will takes about 40 minutes.
