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Built in 1610 by Tokugawa Ieyasu as a strategic stronghold guarding the Tokaido road, Nagoya Castle was once one of the largest castles in Japan, famous for the pair of gilded shachihoko (mythical dolphin-tiger) ornaments on its roof. The surrounding Honmaru Palace, a meticulous wooden reconstruction of the original Momoyama-era interiors, is now considered one of the finest palace restorations in the country.

Best season

Spring (cherry blossoms) · Autumn foliage

Crowd level

Popular

Rating

4.2· 44,709 reviews

Opening hours

Daily 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Nearest station

Shiyakusho Station (Meijo Line)

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