basic information

Never destroyed since its construction in 1537, Inuyama Castle's donjon is considered Japan's oldest. The castle stands on top of a small hill next to the Kiso River, and offers great views of the surrounding region from its top floor.

From 1617 until the end of the feudal age, Inuyama Castle served as the seat of the local Naruse lords. After a 24 year long interruption in the beginning of the Meiji Period, it is now again the property of the Naruse family and Japan's only privately owned castle.

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how to get there

The castle can be reached in a 15-20 minute walk from either Inuyama Station or Inuyama-Yuen Station. Inuyama-Yuen Station is a little bit closer.

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