When I first saw the Kishiwada Castle, it gave me a feeling similar to Himeji Castle. Climbing up to the main tower and looking down, you can see the “Hachijin Garden” created by Mirei Shigemori. This garden holds great artistic and academic value in the history of modern Japanese gardens. Therefore, on October 6, 2014, it was designated as a nationally important scenic spot.
An important feature of Kishiwada Castle is its moat, which is lined with willow trees.
The appearance of Kishiwada Castle is quite similar to Himeji Castle, although on a smaller scale, as it was reconstructed at a later time.
Moat
To get to Kishiwada Castle, you can take the Nankai Electric Railway to “Takojizo” or “Kishiwada” station and then proceed on foot.
Kishiwada Castle, also known as Chikiri Castle.
Upon closer inspection, it is indeed quite small.
In front of the castle, there is a stone Bagua formation.
From a higher point of view, it looks like this.
Kishiwada Castle, everywhere there is a character that looks like the word “不”.
Zoom in to take a closer look.
Due to the prohibition of photography inside Kishiwada Castle, I am unable to share any photos.
However, I can tell you what can be found inside. Kishiwada Castle houses various exhibition items, including armor from the Edo period and luggage.
Additionally, there are some controversial artifacts from World War II, such as gas masks and Greater East Asia War Treasury Bonds (which reminds me of the Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere).
While we’re at it, take a look at the manhole covers in Kishiwada City. They resemble the Kishiwada Castle.
Above is a brief introduction to Kishiwada Castle. For those who want to fully explore Japanese castles, don’t forget to come and take a look here!
For more attractions in Osaka Prefecture, please refer to the Kansai attractions page.
Kishiwada Castle (Official Website)
Ticket: Adults ¥300, middle school students and below free
Visiting time: 10:00-17:00 (last entry 16:00)
Address: 9-1 Kishijocho, Kishiwada-shi, Osaka-fu
Transportation: Get off at Nankai Main Line “Kishiwada” station, about a 13-minute walk, or get off at “Takojizo” station, about a 7-minute walk.
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