Castles in Shizuoka

Shizuoka Prefecture has 15 castles to visit, including Sunpu Castle and Kōkokuji Castle. These sites offer a look into Japan's past.

Not sure where to start? Read our guide to the 20 best

Sunpu Castle

Sunpu Castle

SHIZUOKA · CASTLE

Explore Sunpu Castle Park, the site of Tokugawa Ieyasu's residence, for its historical significa...

Kōkokuji Castle

Kōkokuji Castle

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Explore Kōkokuji Castle ruins, a National Historic Site with a shrine, offering a glimpse into J...

Futamata Castle

Futamata Castle

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A historic mountain castle ruin in Hamamatsu where the Tokugawa and Takeda clans fought for stra...

Koyama Castle

Koyama Castle

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Koyama Castle is a historic site with a simulated castle tower and rare triple moats.

Hamamatsu Castle

Hamamatsu Castle

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This castle, rebuilt in 1958, has stone foundations built in a unique style for earthquake resis...

Fukasawa Castle

Fukasawa Castle

SHIZUOKA · CASTLE

Explore the remains of a 16th-century hilltop castle, a Shizuoka Prefecture historic site.

Sagara Castle

Sagara Castle

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Explore the ruins of Sagara Castle, a former samurai stronghold with historical significance.

Kazurayama Castle

Kazurayama Castle

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Explore well-preserved 16th-century castle ruins with impressive earthworks and moats.

Suwahara Castle

Suwahara Castle

SHIZUOKA · CASTLE

Explore Suwahara Castle ruins, a national historic site with unique features, built by the Taked...

Nagahama Castle

Nagahama Castle

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Explore Nagahama Castle, a Sengoku-period pirate castle ruin with coastal views, a designated Na...

Nirayama Castle

Nirayama Castle

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Explore the ruins of Nirayama Castle, a significant Hojo clan stronghold from the 15th century.

Takatenjin Castle

Takatenjin Castle

SHIZUOKA · CASTLE

Explore the ruins of a formidable mountain castle, a National Historic Site with a rich samurai...

Takane Castle

Takane Castle

SHIZUOKA · CASTLE

Explore a restored mountain castle, a historic site with Takeda-era insights.

Kakegawa Castle

Kakegawa Castle

SHIZUOKA · CASTLE

Explore Kakegawa Castle, Japan's first wooden replica keep, offering a glimpse into samurai hist...

Numazu Castle

Numazu Castle

SHIZUOKA · CASTLE

Explore the former site of Numazu Castle, a historic hirayama-jiro style castle.

Tanaka Castle

Tanaka Castle

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Explore a rare circular castle with three moats, a designated historic site from 1537.

Yokosuka Castle

Yokosuka Castle

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Explore a 16th-century flatland castle ruin with unique round stone walls, now a scenic park.

Katsumata Castle

Katsumata Castle

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Katsumata Castle is a historic park with 15th-century castle ruins, offering a glimpse into Japa...

Shizuhatayama Castle

Shizuhatayama Castle

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Explore Shizuhatayama Castle ruins, a mountaintop fortress with historical significance and visi...

Yamanaka Castle

Yamanaka Castle

SHIZUOKA · CASTLE

Explore a medieval castle ruin and national historic site, once a key defense for the Hojo clan.

Mitake Castle

Mitake Castle

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Explore Mitake Castle ruins, a National Historic Site with historical earthworks and stone walls...

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