What other travelers are saying about Kiyosu Castle
Near Nagoya, Kiyosu Castle is a peaceful historical landmark that is primarily visited by locals. The castle has a modest garden in front that contributes to its serene attractiveness, and it is clean and well-maintained. The museum within has intriguing exhibits of samurai armor and relics, despite the absence of English translations. The red bridge that leads to the castle is the main attraction and a fantastic location for pictures. The castle offers a tranquil, genuine look into Japan's feudal period, despite its lack of tourist awareness. For those who want to avoid crowds and take in a beautiful, lesser-known location full of local history and character, this is a terrific place to stop.
Since I was scheduled to guide a tour for guests departing from Nagoya the next morning, I arrived in Nagoya the evening before. Taking advantage of the opportunity, I visited Kiyosu Castle, but as I arrived just before closing time, I decided not to enter the grounds. Still, despite the rainy evening, I was glad to have visited this historically fascinating site. Originally built in the early 15th century, it served as the base of operations for Oda Nobunaga during his rise to power. The castle was also the site of important historical events such as the Kiyosu Alliance and the Kiyosu Conference. Though the original structure no longer exists, a replica of the castle tower was reconstructed in 1989 and is open to the public as a museum and cultural site.
I really like Kiyosu Castle. Just be aware, if you come in from the bridge you will run into a lot of Instagramers doing that slow walk forward to the castle and the pirouette spin as they look back at their poor boyfriends standing in the middle of the bridge filming. Also, they will look at you like you are the problem if you walk into their 36 take of filming the same stupid walk.
Oh, and the castle is really great.
A wonderful castle experience. Inside is rebuilt with wood and is nice to walk through. Staff was very kind. Everything is in japanese but there's a lot of great displays and pictures. I liked the displays showing history as modern newspaper headlines!
One of my favourite castles in Japan!
It isn't as big as it's "neighbour" in Nagoya, but it's just as beautiful if not more. There is a beautiful rock garden and a real garden in front. And the inside, entrance for whi h is only 400 yen, is filled with various items related to the Oda Clan, their vassals, and even Sen No Rikyu. The viewing platform is really nice too, and the river that flows below the castle is surrounded by samurai trees on both sides, so I suggest visiting in spring if possible. Smaller building attached to the castle was exhibiting quire a beautiful hina doll collection and it's free of charge, so I suggest you visit that while at it.
