Highlights

Explore five floors tracing the castle's history, successive lords, Aizu heritage and the Boshin War.
See the castle's surviving stone base and learn how the reconstructed tower became a symbol of Aizu's revival.
View Aizu from the top floor and use your smartphone to compare today's landscape with the Edo-period scenery.

About this activity

Step inside Tsurugajo Castle, the reconstructed landmark of Aizu-Wakamatsu, and explore a museum devoted to the castle and Aizu's samurai history. Follow exhibits on successive lords, regional heritage and the Boshin War as you climb through the five-storey tower. Digital displays add context to the stories along the way. From the top floor, take in views across Aizu and use your smartphone to compare the modern land…

What's included

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Location

Good to know

Child policy:
Children under 6 years are free of charge.
Good to know:
The castle tower museum is accessed by stairs.
Last admission is 30 minutes before closing time.
Check the official website for the daily opening hours and closure dates prior to your visit.

Categories & locations

Kids & Family

Other attractions

Regions

Fukushima · Fukushima Prefecture · Japan

Tsurugajo Castle (Aizu-Wakamatsu Castle) Ticket

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