Matsuyama Castle

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Marunouchi, Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture

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“Outstanding castle experience”

While not as large as others such as Himeji castle, Matsuyama castle has a striking number of... read more

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LancelotOfTheLake

Seattle, Washington

“Perfectly preserved 16th century castle”

The architecture is outstanding. The granite walls protecting the fort had curved vertical faces... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago

Rosco49

Perth, Australia

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Most folk take the cable car or chair lift but a few brave soles walk the 200m climb Spectacular views of the city from many vantage points but equally interesting are the many turrets and inner rooms and the exhi...

The grounds are quite large and you can get a great view of the city though that isn’t really the reason to visit here.

Lots of steep stairs inside but the climb is worth it.

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LancelotOfTheLake

Seattle, Washington

Reviewed yesterday

Outstanding castle experience

While not as large as others such as Himeji castle, Matsuyama castle has a striking number of original buildings preserved (though it seems that many were rebuilt in the mid-19th century after a destructive fire). The chairlift up the mountain offers fine views, as does...More

Date of experience: September 2019

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Rosco49

Perth, Australia

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Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Perfectly preserved 16th century castle

The architecture is outstanding. The granite walls protecting the fort had curved vertical faces with large stones perfectly cut to fit with no mortar in the joins. The main fort & 5 storey tower took 26 years to build. The fort itself was constructed using...More

Date of experience: September 2019

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Dan06101973

Toowoomba, Australia

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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Amazing castle

After having visited, and been disappointed by, Himeji Castle we weren't expecting a lot, however Matsuyama Castle really exceeded our expectations. The ropeway lift to get there is novel, but once you get to the first gate the experience really begins. Informative signs provide detail...More

Date of experience: August 2019

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tlarraya

Community of Madrid, Spain

16437

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Better castle than Matsumoto Castle

We liked Matsuyama castle much more than Matsumoto castle. Matsumoto is empty inside and we were rushed and prevented from taking any pictures. However, in Matsuyama castle it's like a museum inside (you can lift a samurai sword to feel its weight, pick up a...More

Date of experience: August 2019

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OwenL1688

Shanghai, China

5414

Reviewed 29 July 2019 via mobile

Amazing must see hilltop castle

It isn’t as big as Himeji but the massive curving stone walls sets it apart. It’s an amazing hilltop castle. Liked the clear descriptions inside the main castle up top. Reached the top 45 minutes early with a morning jog up and explored the grounds....More

Date of experience: July 2019

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seth r

raanana

17258

Reviewed 16 July 2019

If you are in Matsuyama worth a visit

I guess the nice part of the visit is the ropeway / chair lift taking you to the site. Efficient and nice ride. The Castle itself is OK, with nice views from above, but maybe after Matsumoto, Himeji , Osaka and others I am just...More

Date of experience: July 2019

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Marjo1187

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

28492

Reviewed 27 June 2019 via mobile

Great castle

One of the best castlee I have seen in Japan. Covering quite a large area with several rings of defense, well kept, and the main tower in original condition, and a great view from the top level. The history and details wel explained in English....More

Date of experience: June 2019

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VincyC968

Adelaide, Australia

17351

Reviewed 22 June 2019

Cool castle

As this castle is on top of the hill, you can walk up or catch the cable car or chairlift there. We caught the cable car up and chairlift down. I particularly like the chairlift as it's quite slow so have plenty of time to...More

Date of experience: June 2019

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Janer P

Dublin, Ireland

3322

Reviewed 17 June 2019 via mobile

Pretty decent

What's not to love about an old castle on top of a hill which you arrive to via cable car! You've to walk the final few hundred yards but immaculate toilets and shops to keep you going.

Date of experience: June 2019

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Craig R

Yarrawonga, Australia

35279

Reviewed 2 June 2019

Japan Holiday 2019

One of the few castles in Japan that has not been rebuilt. To access the castle you have a choice of either a cable car or a chair lift. After the chair lift it is a bit of a walk uphill to the top of...More