史About
Hikone Castle (彦根城, Hikone-jō) is an Edo-period Japanese castle located in the city of Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. It is considered the most significant historical site in Shiga. The site has been protected as a National Historic Site since 1951. Hikone is one of only twelve castles in Japan with its original tenshu, and one of only five castles with buildings listed as National Treasures.
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要Quick facts
| Type | Castle |
|---|---|
| Location | Hikone, Shiga |
| Founded | 1603 |
| Designations | National Treasure of Japan Historic Site of Japan Special Historic Site Tentative World Heritage Site |
| Official website | hikonecastle.com |
| Nearest stations | Hikone Station · 1.1 km Biwako Line, Tōkaidō Main Line, Ohmi Railway Main Line Hikone-Serikawa Station · 1.8 km Ohmi Railway Main Line Hikoneguchi Station · 2.5 km Ohmi Railway Main Line Distances are in a straight line; walking routes are longer. |
| Map | Open in Google Maps ↗ |
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Opening hours and fees change — check the official website before you go.
Data: Wikidata (CC0)
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解Japan Tourism Agency explanations
- Hikone Castle彦根城概要
- The Ii Family and Hikone Domain彦根城博物館展示解説シート 仮）井伊家と彦根藩
- Ii Family Heirloom Armor and Helmets彦根城博物館展示解説シート（井伊家伝来）
- Ii Family Weaponry & Heraldry彦根城博物館展示解説シート（（仮）刀剣や武具）
- Noh Theater & Masks彦根城博物館展示解説シート（（仮）能・第一）
- Noh Costume彦根城博物館展示解説シート（（仮）能・第二）
- Tea Ceremony and Ii Family Collection彦根城博物館展示解説シート（（仮）茶道具と茶の湯
- Omote Goten彦根城博物館展示解説シート（（仮）彦根城表御殿と能舞台）
- Kotō Ware彦根城博物館展示解説シート（（仮）湖東焼）
- Living Quarters of the Goten彦根城博物館展示解説シート（（仮）木造棟と庭園）
見Things to look for here
Tenshu天守
Japanese castles日本の城
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問Questions visitors ask
What is Hikone Castle?
Hikone Castle (彦根城, Hikone-jō) is an Edo-period Japanese castle located in the city of Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, Japan.
Where is Hikone Castle?
Hikone Castle is in Hikone, Shiga. The nearest station is Hikone Station (about 1.1 km in a straight line).
Is Hikone Castle a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Yes. Its designations include: National Treasure of Japan; Historic Site of Japan; Special Historic Site.
When was Hikone Castle founded?
1603, according to Wikidata.
What are the opening hours of Hikone Castle?
Hours and fees change by season and for events. Please check the official website before you go: https://hikonecastle.com/
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