[2025 Ako Attraction] Travel Guide for Ako Castle Ruins (Updated Apr)

The castle was built by Naganao Asano, and the Honmaru Garden and Ninomaru Garden are currently designated as national scenic spots. Unfortunately, the building no longer exists, but the turret happened to be open to the public, so I was able to climb the gate. There is a free parking lot, so it is a recommended spot for a safe car trip, where you can also stroll around Oishi Shrine and the townscape, with Ako Castle as the center. ✱----------------------------------------------- [Name] Ako Castle Ruins [Location] 1424-1 Kamikariya, Ako City [Opening hours] 09:00-16:30 (Honmaru and Ninomaru Gardens) *Entry until 16:00 [Closed] 12/28-1/4 (Honmaru and Ninomaru Gardens) [Fee] Free [Parking] Available (free) Visit date: April 2024 -----------------------------------------------✱ #Car trip #100 travel styles #Domestic travel #Tourism #Hyogo tourism #Ako #Ako Castle #Ako tourism

Store name: Tomoe-ya (main store) Otemon store Address: 2-13 Kamikariya Minami, Ako City, Hyogo Prefecture (in front of the Otemon Gate of Ako Castle) Budget per person: 1000 and up Rating (out of 5): ★★★★ \\Points// "Banshu Ako Tomoe-ya," located on the Otemon Gate side of Ako Castle, famous for the Ako Roshi, sells salty buns made with carefully selected ingredients. There is a coffee corner inside the store where you can enjoy sweets and soba noodles. Recommended for a break after enjoying the autumn leaves. #Ako sightseeing#historical sites#autumn leaves spots #autumn leaves#gourmet trip#Ako Roshi#autumn leaves viewing

When I came to the ruins of Akaho Castle in Japan, I felt the strong historical atmosphere and spirit of loyalty here. Akaho Castle is famous for the story of the Akaho Gishi, and the ruins of the castle bear witness to a touching legend in Japanese history. I took twenty photos here to record the beauty and historical traces of this ancient city. Walking among the gardens and walls of the Akaho Castle ruins, I felt as if I had returned to the era of Chushingura. The architectural remains and stone walls in the city give people a deep sense of the grandeur and magnificence of the time, and each one is full of historical memories and stories. What moved me most was the deeds of the Ako righteous men displayed in the castle. These stories of loyalty and bravery touched my heart deeply. During the visit, I not only enjoyed the beautiful scenery, but also learned a lot about Japanese history and culture. This experience of visiting the Akaho Castle ruins gave me a deeper understanding and respect for Japanese history and culture. I will always treasure this precious memory and look forward to visiting this charming historic city again in the future. #Akaho Castle Ruins #Chushingura #Japanese History #Cultural Adventure #Historical Tour

There are two buildings from the Edo period remaining within Ako Castle, one of which is the Nagayamon Gate at the Site of Kondo Genpachi's House. This is the remaining part of the Nagayamon Gate. It is a valuable relic designated as a tangible cultural property by Ako City, but it is open to the public free of charge, so please check it out when you visit Ako. [Name] Nagayamon Gate at the Site of Kondo Genpachi's House (Kondo Genpachi House Nagayamon) [Location] 124 Kamikariya, Ako City, Hyogo Prefecture [Opening hours] 10:00-16:00 [Closed] Unknown [Fee] Free Visit date: April 2024 #Sakura2024 #HyogoTourism #DomesticTravel #Ako #AkoTourism #HistoricalSites #TravelingToExperienceHistoryAndCulture #TangibleCulturalProperty

#cherryblossom2024 The castle from the tragic legend of the 47 Ronin Ako Castle is famous for the history of 47 Ronin (samurai without a master). In 1702, they avenged the death of their lord, the daimyo of Ako Castle, by killing Kira Yoshinaka, the master of ceremonies at the court of the Edo shogun. Kira publicly insulted their master, which led to the resignation and forced suicide of the latter. After the Ronin carried out their revenge, they were also ordered to commit ritual suicide. It is interesting The castle is recognized as a national historical monument, and its gardens are included in the list of places of scenic beauty in Japan. Films are often shot in the castle, especially those related to the history of the 47 Ronin. How to get there Ako Castle is a 15-minute walk from Bansh-Ako Station on the Ako Railway Line. From here, trains also leave for Okayama and Himeji. Local buses also run from Bansh-Ako Station to Ako Castle. A castle, but not a fortress The construction of Ako Castle was completed in 1648. Its stone walls and towers are still in good condition. It is known that the castle was planned to be turned into a fortress, but these intentions never materialized: the Tokugawa regime refused permission. We only managed to lay the foundation of the fortress — you can see it now. Beautiful Ninomaru gardens are spread around the castle. There is also the Oishi Shrine, erected in memory of the leader of the 47 Ronin Yoshio Oishi. On December 14, a festival dedicated to these Japanese heroes is held here. Cherry blossoms and winding moats deserve special attention. Initially, the castle was built by the sea and had an internal port from where boats could sail. However, now, thanks to land reclamation, Ako is located at some distance from the coastline.