Oka Castle Ruins

The site of a ruined castle located in Aiai, Taketa City. Records state the castle was built in 1185 by Ogata Koreyoshi for Minamoto no Yoshitsune. Standing on a plateau at the confluence of the branches of the Ono River, the castle was known for its natural, impregnable location. Ultimately, however, the castle was abandoned in 1871 and demolished. It is said that composer Rentaro Taki, who spent his youth in Taketa, composed his song “Kojo no Tsuki (Moon over the Ruined Castle)” based on his own experience of playing at the castle.

Spot details

Address: Oita Pref. Taketashi Taketa 2761 Map
Area: Bungoono / Taketa Area
Phone: 0974631541
Hours: 9:00-17:00
Closed: open everyday(12/31-1/3)
Fees: [Admission fee] [High school students and above] 300yen (Group 20people and above 200yen)[Small/Junior high school students] 150yen (Group 20people and above 100yen)
Parking Lot: Available (General Vehicles 140spaces, Buses 9spaces)
※Free
Credit Card: Not available
Note: [Okajo charge Friday office] 0974-63-1541
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes