Walking through the lovely castle town and enjoy the view from the remains of the old castle.
Tatsuno Castle is located just 15 km from Himeji Castle in the southwestern Harima region of Hyogo Prefecture. The town of Tatsuno is small and quiet, but as you stroll through its narrow streets, you can discover old samurai residences and temples while enjoying its historic atmosphere.
Originally, the castle was built on top of Mt. Keirozan in 1499 by Akamatsu Murahide. However, it was later demolished after the domain came under new rule. In 1672, a new castle was constructed at the foot of the mountain in its current location as a sub-castle of Himeji Castle.
Today, at the site of the reconstructed castle, visitors can see reproductions of the palace, white walls, gates, and a watchtower. The palace features magnificent Japanese-style rooms and a traditional Japanese garden. Admission is free.
After visiting the remains of the new castle, you can continue on to the original castle site. Today, only the original stone walls and stone-paved paths remain. However, from the top of the hill, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding area. Tatsuno Castle Park is also famous as one of the best spots to enjoy cherry blossoms in spring. 🌸
Address : Japan, 〒679-4162 Hyōgo, Tatsuno, Tatsunocho Shimokajo
Access : From JR Himeji station to Hon-Tatsuno station on the JR Kishin line ,then 25-min walk to the park
Events
Tatsuno Cherry Festival
Tatsuno Park is one of the best places to celebrate the arrival of spring. During the festival, there is a parade of samurai warriors, a traditional tea ceremony, and a variety of food stalls for visitors to enjoy.