Iwakuni Castle, the castle of Iwakuni City
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Iwakuni Castle is located in Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Iwakuni Castle is built on a rocky mountain 160m above sea level, and is known for its beautiful appearance and historical value. Various buildings remain within the castle, such as the castle tower, turrets, and gates, and you can get a glimpse of what the castle looked like at the time.
Iwakuni Castle is also famous as a cherry blossom viewing spot. In spring, the cherry blossom trees inside and around the castle turn pink, making for a beautiful sight.
Iwakuni Castle is a popular tourist spot and attracts many tourists. There are souvenir shops and restaurants inside the castle, so you can enjoy it all day long.
You can access Iwakuni Castle by car, train, or bus.
* By car:
* Approximately 10 minutes from Iwakuni IC on the Chugoku Expressway
* Approximately 15 minutes from Iwakuni IC on the Sanyo Expressway
* By train:
* Approximately 10 minutes by bus from JR Iwakuni Station to Iwakuni Castle Ropeway Station
* By bus:
* Approximately 10 minutes by bus from Iwakuni Station Bus Terminal to Iwakuni Castle Ropeway Station
Iwakuni Castle is a must-see spot when you visit Yamaguchi Prefecture.