One of Japan's twelve original castles, dating back from before the Edo Period, Matsuyama Castle is located in the heart of Matsuyama City. A panoramic view of the city as well as the Seto Inland Sea can be seen from the castle tower. Matsuyama Castle has been ranked number 2 on TripAdvisor's "Best Castle Ranking 2014."
Address
1 Marunouchi, Matsuyama-shi, Ehime
Tel
+81-89-921-4873
Hours
Ropeway :8:30-17:00 Castle Tower :9:00-16:30 Ninomaru Historical Garden :9:00-16:30 Admission ends 30 minutes before closing time.
Closed
the 3rd Wednesday of December, for yearend cleaning ※Both Ropeway and Chairlift operates as usual, available to enter to Honmaru square at the peak.