Hikone Castle
- 彦根城
- Shiga & Lake Biwa
The castle’s mascot character “Hikonyan” is very famous. This castle has undergone construction and maintenance every 20 years since 1604. The castle keep is a national treasure, and the castle site is designated as a special national historic site. The castle’s inner moat and central moat have been preserved in their original state.
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Address
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Entry fee
Adults(including high school students) 600
Children(Elementary and junior high school students) 200
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Opening Hours
8:30-17:00
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Closed
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Website
http://www.hikoneshi.com/jp/castle/
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Best Season
All year
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Point
Its visitors can enjoy the view of about 450 plum trees bearing beautiful red and white blossoms between mid to end of March.
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Nearest Station/IC Access
A 20-minute taxi ride from the "Maibara Station" on JR Tokai, JR Nishinihon Tokaido Shinkansen Lines
15 minutes from the "Hikone Station" on JR Nishinihon Tokaido Line
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