Fukuyama Castle

The castle stands on a hill measuring 400 meters long and 200 meters wide, with a five-story tenshu at its northern edge and multiple defensive structures.

Built between 1619 and 1622 under Mizuno Katsunari's supervision, the castle served as the base of Bingo-Fukuyama Han during the Edo period of Japanese history.

The castle complex contains the Hiroshima Prefectural Museum of History, displaying exhibits about the Seto Inland Sea region's inhabitants through different periods.

Located within walking distance from Fukuyama Station, the castle opens daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with an entrance fee of 500 yen.

The castle's main keep features three white sides and one black side covered with protective iron plates, distinguishing it from other Japanese castles.

Location: Fukuyama

Location: Hiroshima Prefecture

Inception: 1619

Founders: Mizuno Katsushige

Fee: Yes

Charge: 700¥

Made from material: reinforced concrete

Part of: 100 Fine Castles of Japan

Opening Hours: Monday off; Tuesday-Sunday,Holidays 09:00-17:00; Holidays Monday 23:59-48:00 off

Website: https://city.fukuyama.hiroshima.jp/soshiki/bunka/64144.html

GPS coordinates: 34.49104,133.36112

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:13