The castle is located right in the city center. Walking up there through a hiking trail is also possible. (Photo: Virginia González)

Sep 4, 2013 - 1 min read

Matsuyama Castle in Photos

One of Ehime's main tourist attractions

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Matsuyama Castle, built in 1602 by a Samurai overlord in Matsuyama (Ehime), dominates the city from the top of the Katsuyama Hill. The prevailing tower is a reconstruction made in 1820 after the original one was struck by lightning. The observatory on top of it offers a bird eye view of the town and the Seto Inland Sea. Accessing the castle is easy thanks to the ropeway and chair lift that take you up in around 2 and 5 minutes respectively. The castle is open from 8am to 5pm every day and the admission is 520 yen. Combined tickets are also available for both attractions.

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