Azuchi Castle

The castle ruins stand at 199 meters above sea level, featuring stone foundations and remaining walls across multiple levels on Mount Azuchi.

In 1579, Oda Nobunaga constructed this seven-story wooden castle as his residence, which burned down in 1582 during the Honnō-ji Incident.

The castle introduced architectural innovations in Japanese fortification design, with each floor painted in different colors and decorated with intricate interior artworks.

Visitors can reach the castle ruins by taking a 25-minute walk from JR Azuchi Station, with parking available for 150 regular vehicles.

The castle remains represent the first Japanese fortress to incorporate a large-scale, multi-story central keep reaching 46 meters in height.

Location: Ōmi Province

Location: Omihachiman

Inception: 1579

Founders: Oda Nobunaga, Niwa Nagahide

Floors above the ground: 7

Elevation above the sea: 199 m

Height: 46 m

Made from material: wood, stone

Part of: 100 Fine Castles of Japan

Address: 近江八幡市安土町下豊浦 521-1311 521-1311

Website: https://azuchi-nobunaga.com/sansaku

GPS coordinates: 35.15602,136.13936

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:50