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    Kochi Castle

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    #3 of 161 things to do in Kochi
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    1-2-1 Marunouchi, Kochi 780-0850, Kochi Prefecture
    Open today: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    Constructed in the 1600s, this castle was originally named Otakasaka after the hill on which it resides. Built to defend the city below, the structure was partially damaged by a fire in the early 1700s but never faced a formal attack.
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    All reviews steep stairs remove your shoes worth the effort worth a visit worth the climb great views from the top minute walk panoramic view edo period main tower drop off point his wife top floor nice excursion diamond princess paved road enjoyed our visit
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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Worth a look

    A bit of a hike up to the top with relatively small places, crowds and steep stairs, but worth the effort if you are fit. Else, you can get views once inside the grounds without much effort. In summer take water as it will be...More

    Date of experience: August 2019
    Thank David B
    Reviewed 18 August 2019
    Early morning destination for views and avoiding crowds.

    We brought the free shuttle 6 km from Kochi Port to its Harimayabashi Bus Terminal, then followed the street guards pointing across the street. To the left, we saw the long covered 2 story shopping arcade that continues for ~1 km joining the main branch...More

    Date of experience: August 2019
    1  Thank Gene R J
    Reviewed 21 June 2019
    Quite nice

    Visited this castle while we're on port as part of our cruise. Although the weather was not very good as it was raining, the visit was still quite nice. There are actually quite a few steps before getting to the castle but the castle provides...More

    Date of experience: June 2019
    Thank VincyC968
    Reviewed 30 May 2019
    A Neat Little Castle

    Visited this castle in September when the weather was hot. It's affordable to enter and they had little cold towels to wipe your sweaty brow. It was a nice touch. It's quick to go through but you get impressive views of the city.

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank 13juliebean
    Reviewed 26 May 2019 via mobile
    Morning stroll turned into a nice surprise!

    We traveled to Kochi with family earlier this month. While everyone decided to sleep in, we decided to take a walk around the hotel. Tuened out, Kochi Castle is just nearby. We decided to walk there and have truly enjoyed our visit. It's not a...More

    Date of experience: May 2019
    1  Thank Glo116
    Reviewed 19 May 2019
    Impressive castle & grounds

    The castle was built between 1601 and 1611, and after a fire, rebuilt over the 1729 to 1753 period. It was rebuild using the same materials and design. Thus today, it looks very much as it did 300 to 400 years ago. The grounds also...More

    Date of experience: May 2019
    60  Thank KodoDrummer
    Reviewed 18 May 2019
    A Captivating Castle !!

    Originally built in the early 1600s, the castle was rebuilt in 1753 after a disastrous fire and underwent major restoration in the 1950s. It is a stunning example of Edo period architecture and the only castle in Japan to have both a keep and a...More

    Date of experience: April 2019
    Thank eborguy
    Reviewed 15 May 2019
    One of the best!

    I'm a big fan of Japanese castles, and Kochi castle is one of the best! The interpretive labels in the grounds and interior of the castle were particularly well written and interesting.

    Date of experience: April 2019
    1  Thank JB-in-SB
    Reviewed 8 May 2019
    Hard slog but worth it

    This was one of the hardest climbs i have ever done.The Wooden Narrow stairs were a bit of a challenge and i consider myself in good condition for a 68 year old.It is all worth it when you reach the top.The view is amazing you...More

    Date of experience: April 2019
    Thank Chris K
    Reviewed 7 May 2019
    Amazing panoramic view of Kochi from the top!

    This castle is worth to be visited not only for being one of the best preserved castles in Japan but also because from the top of it, you have a breathtaking panoramic view on Kochi city. You need to take your shoes off to enter...More

    Date of experience: April 2019
    Thank andreanego
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    27 February 2019|
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    Response from legacyendeavors | Reviewed this property |
    Sorry I am unable to verify that they are okay for anyone with limited mobility issues! There’s some like Okayama that are possible!
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    Response from grumpee-58 | Reviewed this property |
    Hi We used a shuttle bus from the port on Princess cruises which dropped us at the bus interchange. From there we used the trams which go east west & north south. Get a map of the tram route at the port as a lot of the... More
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    Response from steveamcb | Reviewed this property |
    Sorry don't know where the Kochi cruise port terminal is located, something you need to check on the cruise. However Kochi is not a huge city so it is probably not that far. I would allow 60-90 mins to view Kochi Castle... More
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