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Shiga
Koto
History

Hikone Castle

Japan, 1-1 Kinkicho, Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture 522-0061
Hikone Castle
Hikone Castle
Hikone Castle
Hikone Castle
Hikone Castle
Hikone Castle
Hikone Castle

This castle ranks among one the most famous in Japan. The castle tower dates back to the Edo Period and is a designated national treasure. In fact, there are only five castle towers designated as national treasures. Hikone Castle was built over a period of roughly 20 years. While glistening in the moonlight, the castle is an enchanting site and sightseeing destination around Lake Biwa.

Hotels near Hikone Castle

Honmachi Juku

Honmachi Juku

Shiga Prefecture > Hikone
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4.3 /5
Very Good
7 reviews
$45～

Article introducing this spot

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Business Time
  • Monday:  8:30～17:00
  • Tuesday:  8:30～17:00
  • Wednesday:  8:30～17:00
  • Thursday:  8:30～17:00
  • Friday:  8:30～17:00
  • Saturday:  8:30～17:00
  • Sunday:  8:30～17:00
Telephone number 0749-22-2742
Website https://hikonecastle.com/
Access
  • [Train] Take the JR Biwako Line for "Hikone," then walk for 15 minutes. [Car] 10 minutes by car from the Meishin Expressway Hikone IC
Language 日本語
Other Parking Lot: 1,000 yen for passenger vehicles, 2,000 yen for large vehicles Parking Spots: 280 standard-sized vehicles, 25 large vehicles, and ten handicapped vehicles
Last Update ： 2025.06.17   Kansai Airport/Itami Airport/Kobe Airport [Official]

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