Things to Do-Kanto Region-Castles

A part of the castle was recreated in 2006, brought back for the first time in 140 years

Tochigi

Parks & Gardens

Utsunomiya Castle Ruins Park

A history-rich park that recreates part of the former castle.

Stone walls built using the Nozura-zumi technique by the skilled Ano-shu stonemasons from Ōmi.

Kanagawa

Tourist Attractions

Ishigakiyama Ichiya Castle

The remains of a fortification used as Toyotomi Hideyoshi's headquarters during the Siege of Odawara. Offers a panoramic view of the castle town and Sagami Bay.

A beloved spot for locals to enjoy the beauty of nature throughout the seasons.

Gunma

Tourist Attractions

Minowa Castle Ruins

Historic site of an impregnable castle, recognized as one of Japan's Top 100 Castles.

Recreated Edo period scenes based on historical records

Kanagawa

Tourist Attractions

Odawara Castle

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Samurai, ninjas, top-notch cherry blossom views and more Japan highlights at this iconic symbol of Odawara.

Interpretative signs are installed at various points around the palace ruins.

Tachikawa, Hachioji, Machida

Tourist Attractions

Hachioji Castle Ruins

One of the "Top 100 Castles of Japan," which also gave its name to the area of Hachioji.

Parts of the Honmaru Goten (main castle building) built during the Edo period are open to the public.

Saitama

Tourist Attractions

Kawagoe Castle Honmaru Goten

The remains of Kawagoe Castle, which flourished in the Edo Period as a crucial northern stronghold, represent a domain of 170,000 koku.

Ote-mon Gate and Ote-Bashi Bridge were the main entrance to Mito Castle.

Ibaraki

Tourist Attractions

Mito Castle Ruins

The Mito Tokugawa family used this castle as their residence until the end of the Edo period.

Saitama

Tourist Attractions

Hachigata Castle Ruins

A must-see for a history buff! Ruins of an impregnable castle representing Kanto in the Sengoku Period.

Oshi Castle Ruin in spring with lovely cherry trees

Saitama

Tourist Attractions

Oshi Castle Ruin

Castle town, Gyoda’s landmark, the impenetrable castle.

Things to Do Kanto Region Castles

Utsunomiya Castle Ruins Park

Ishigakiyama Ichiya Castle

Minowa Castle Ruins

Odawara Castle

Hachioji Castle Ruins

Kawagoe Castle Honmaru Goten

Mito Castle Ruins

Hachigata Castle Ruins

Oshi Castle Ruin

Things to Do
Kanto Region Castles