Takeda Castle: Castle in the sky (Photo: Matsuo Sato / Shutterstock.com)

Takeda Castle is a ruined castle in the city of Asago, in the northern part of Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan. It is located north of Himeji, and north-west of Kyoto, and is situated some 353 metres above sea level It is regarded as one of Japan's Top 100 Castles, and often referred to locally as the "Machu Picchu of Japan". [Wikipedia]

Overview

Address

169 Takeda, Wadayama=cho, Asago-city, Hyogo 〒669-5252 (Directions)

Hours

09:00 - 16:00 Closed Now

Opening Hours

  • Monday 09:00 - 16:00
  • Tuesday 09:00 - 16:00
  • Wednesday 09:00 - 16:00
  • Thursday 09:00 - 16:00
  • Friday 09:00 - 16:00
  • Saturday 09:00 - 16:00
  • Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
  • Holidays 09:00 - 16:00

Phone Number

079-674-2120

Website

http://www.city.asago.hyogo.jp/kankou/eng/TakedaCastle.html

General Amenities

  • Free guides/pamphlets
  • Restroom

Payment Method

  • Pay by cash

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