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Uwajima•722m(9 min walk)
Uwajima Castle
宇和島城Uwajima, Ehime
Historic area
What makes this place special?
At a Glance
Uwajima Castle is an original hilltop keep where stone walls and wooded paths rise above the town and bay.
One of Japan's twelve surviving castle keeps, it preserves the character of a compact timber fortress rather than a modern tower replica. The climb through Shiroyama is part of the visit, with different conditions from entering the keep itself. Explore the walls and landscape before viewing the interior, and allow separately for the approach from the station.
- One of Japan's twelve surviving keeps
- Stone walls, wooded ascent and bay views
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How do I visit?
Admission
Keep JPY adult 200, groups 20+160,65+160 with ID. High-school students or younger are free, including those through the first March 31 after turning 18, with school/age proof. Qualifying disability certificate holders are free, plus one carer if needed. Grounds/local history museum free. Same-day cash only; discounts cannot combine.
- Adult
- ¥200
- Elderly
- ¥160
- High School Student
- ¥0
- Elementary/Junior High
- ¥0
- Visitors with disabilities
- ¥0
Reservation
Not required
Know before you go
Bring cash for the keep: the city specifies same-day cash payment. Its station-to-keep walking estimate is about 35 minutes, not a whole-visit duration. Grounds open earlier and close later than the keep; from November to February the keep closes at 16:00. Bring proof for the 65+ discount or free high-school-and-younger admission. Typhoons or other severe weather can close the site.
Tip from Goshuin Atlas, Source-based travel guidance
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