Japan°OdawaraㅣOne of the Top 100 Famous Castles of the Warring States PeriodㅣOdawara Castle Castle Tower.

It is a national historic site, also known as Komine Castle and Kobayakawa Castle. It is a must-stop place from central China to Kanto. It is also the most representative castle from the Edo to the Warring States Period. It is a must-visit pilgrimage point for many history buffs. Look east: you can see Sagami Bay Looking south: you can see the Izu Peninsula Looking west: You can see Mount Fuji Looking north: you can see Kanto 👇 Its geographical location is unique and has been a battleground for generations. ⋯⋯⋯⋯ Built in 1417, It is a building with only three floors from the outside. There are actually five floors of the unique Pingjo Castle inside. It was established by the Hojo clan over five generations. The biggest feature of Odawara Castle is its extremely high defense power. With moats, stone walls, Tokiwa wooden gates, city gates, etc. Surrounded by natural mountains and rivers, the castle’s defense function is strengthened. The "square" space in the city formed a huge defense network. Therefore, it has the reputation of "the city that cannot be conquered". ⋯⋯⋯⋯ The current castle tower was rebuilt in 1960. Inside is a history museum. In addition to introducing the history of Odawara Castle and displaying historical sites, There are also videos introducing the siege and the background of the characters. Let visitors better understand the past of the Warring States Period and Edo Period. On the top floor of the castle tower, you can also walk outside the tower. There are coin-operated telescopes and geographical signboards🪧. Allows you to clearly distinguish geographical direction and distance. From the 60-meter-high observation deck, you can overlook the entire Odawara City. Look at the scenery in all directions and feel its important geographical location. ⋯⋯⋯⋯ The rebuilt castle tower is surrounded by a public park. And plant plum blossoms and cherry blossoms (about 300 trees) inside and outside the city. During the flower-viewing season, there are many tourists who go to watch the flowers. It is a very famous flower viewing spot. There will also be activities and food trucks on holidays. You can experience wearing armor for a fee, Pick up swords and other weapons and feel the coolness of being a warrior. ⋯⋯⋯⋯ Transportation: 10 minutes' walk from Odawara Station (JR lines) ———————————— Ticket price: ¥510/adult, ¥200/elementary and middle school students Addressㅣ3-22 Castle, Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture Opening hoursㅣ 09:00-17:00