Nishio Castle

Nishio Castle is a reconstructed Japanese fortress in Nishio featuring a three-story turret and main gate surrounded by stone walls and a preserved moat within a city park. The site houses a municipal museum displaying samurai swords, armor, maps, and historic clocks that visitors can view free of charge.

The fortress was first founded in 1221 and later underwent major reconstruction during the feudal period under different rulers. A complete rebuilding occurred in 1585 that shaped the structure visitors see today.

The grounds hold the Former Konoe Residence with a traditional study room and tea ceremony space that reveal how wealthy families lived and spent their leisure time during the feudal period. Visitors can see the actual layout and decorations these households used daily.

Plan to spend time exploring both the outer stone walls and the interior spaces for a complete visit. Free access to most areas allows visitors to walk around the grounds and view the different buildings and rooms at their own pace.

The castle carried multiple names throughout its past, some referencing cranes which hold special meaning in Japanese symbolism as symbols of fortune and long life. These different names show how people gave the place layers of meaning over time.

Location: Nishio

Inception: 1585

Phone: +81563546758

Website: http://city.nishio.aichi.jp/index.cfm/8,2179,92,417,html

GPS coordinates: 34.86745,137.04791

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:29