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Kitsuki Jokamachi
Put on a kimono, time-slip into the Edo Period, and meander down the nostalgic slope.
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About 5km to the east from JR Kitsuki Station, Kitsuki Castle stands. This is the area where the castle town prospered under the rule of Lord Matsudaira of the Kitsuki Domain. Samurai residences still remain in this historic townscape, which is designated as an Important Preservation Districts for Groups of Historic Buildings and used often as a location for TV dramas and movies.
The highlights in the castle town are the stone slopes “Suya no Saka” and “Shioya no Saka,” connecting samurai residences and the merchant town on the opposite side. A rental kimono shop is in the neighborhood, helping you walk around and take photos in kimono.
There are other beautiful slopes, “Ameya no Saka”, “Kanjoba no Saka,” and Samurai residences “Ohara-tei,” “Noumi-tei” and “Isoya-tei” available for a tour.
Kitsuki City is on the way from Beppu to Oita Airport. You can stop by and walk around Kitsuki on the last day of the trip. Joining the mini tour with a volunteer guide run by Kitsuki City Tourism Association will let you learn about the city better and use your time effectively (Guide fee 1,000 yen/hour).
Highlights
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The castle town with a samurai period ambience.
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Many Kodak-moment slopes such as “Suya no Saka.”
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Dress in a kimono and be part of a beautiful scene.
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Close to Oita Airport - convenient location.
Photos
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![Ohara-tei Residence]()
Ohara-tei Residence
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![Isoya-tei Residence]()
Isoya-tei Residence
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![Suya-no-Saka slope]()
Suya-no-Saka slope
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![Kimono fits right in the townscape]()
Kimono fits right in the townscape
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![Mini tour with a guide]()
Mini tour with a guide
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![Kitsuki Castle, the symbol of the castle town]()
Kitsuki Castle, the symbol of the castle town
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 杵築の城下町
- Postal Code
- 873-0001
- Address
- 665-172 Kitsuki, Kitsuki City, Oita
- Telephone
- 0978-63-0100 (Kitsuki City Tourist Association)
- Hours
- Free to walk around anytime (Kitsuki Castle: 10am-5pm, Last entrance: 4:30pm)
- Admission
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Free (Kitsuki Castle: Adult 400 yen, Middle or elementary student 200 yen)
* Each tour guide: 1,000 yen/hour.Reservation required before 3pm on the previous day. - Directions
- From JR Kitsuki Station, ride Kunisaki Kanko (Tourism) Bus, get off at Kitsuki Bus Terminal, and walk 5 min.
- Official Website
- Official Website (English)