Kokura Castle

This castle was constructed by Hosokawa Tadaoki over a period of seven years starting in 1602. A characteristic of this castle is the large castle keep built in Kara-zukuri style where the fifth floor is larger than the fourth floor, and there are no roof eaves between the fourth floor and fifth floor. The stone walls, in a style known as Nozura-tsumi because they do not use any hewn stone, are a must-see. Inside the castle is a history zone with a diorama that is a model of the castle-town, and the castle keep has an observation zone that offers a 360-degree view of Kokura’s townscape. The castle grounds are a famous spot for hanami cherry blossom viewing parties when the approximately 300 cherry trees are in bloom.

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Kawachi Wisteria Garden & Kokura Castle One Day Tour from Fukuoka

¥10,800

Update date：2024.04.26

Address: Fukuoka Pref. Kitakyushushikokurakitaku Jounai 2-1 Map
Area: Kitakyushu Area
Phone: 0935611210
Hours: [Apr.- Oct.]9:00-20:00
[Nov.- Mar.]9:00-19:00
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Admission fee]
[General]350yen
[Junior High School Students]200yen
[Elementary School Students]100yen
Parking Lot: Available (Large bus parking)
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Available
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available