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  • Hikone Castle

    This castle as the domain of Hikone, where the Ii family lived. Ii Naosuke is a famous figure in the opening of Japan. It is one of 4 existing castles designated as a national treasure. In addition to the unique stone walls called "burdock piling” and three-storied pagoda with a beautiful curved roof, there are many attractions, such as the garden of the domain “Genkyuen”.

    Location Konki-cho, Hikone City
    URL http://www.hikoneshi.com/en/
    Access 10-min. walk from JR Hikone Stn.
    Fees 600 yen
    Business hours 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
    Days closed, etc. Open throughout the year
    Parking lots 300 cars
    Inquiries Hikone Castle
    +81-749-22-2742
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