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Oshi Castle Ruin
Castle town, Gyoda’s landmark, the impenetrable castle.
Oshi Castle is in Gyoda City in Saitama Prefecture. In the late 15th century, the Lord Narita who ruled this area is said to have built it by rivers and a marsh. Despite the repeated attacks, this solid castle never fell.
Most famous episode was in the late provincial war period, when Hideyoshi Toyotomi, aspiring to rule the entire Japan, tried to flood the castle unsuccessfully. The story of “Floating Castle” was adopted into a number of novels and movies.
The original building is not left, but you can see the earthen foundation for the main castle, wedged stones used for the tower’s stone wall, Korai Gate and other ruins. “The Three-storied Tower” built in the Edo Period is now rebuilt and you can see the exhibit inside. From the observation room on the highest floor, you can view the entire Gyoda City.
Another attraction is Oshi Castle Omotenashi Kacchutai (Oshi Castle hospitality armer team). The spirited members in the armer welcome visitors with a dance performance. They will be happy to be in photos with you. When you see them, just ask them.
Highlights
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The solid castle did not fall even once through the age of provincial wars.
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From the top of the three-storied tower, you can view the whole city.
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Suijo Park along the renovated outer mote is nearby. Famous for cherry blossoms.
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Oshi Castle Omotenashi Kacchutai welcomes you.
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On the castle ruins, there is Gyoda City Local Museum with the info on the city's history.
Photos
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![Oshi Castle Ruin in spring with lovely cherry trees]()
Oshi Castle Ruin in spring with lovely cherry trees
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![The surrounding area of Oshi Castle Ruin is famous for cherry blossoms]()
The surrounding area of Oshi Castle Ruin is famous for cherry blossoms
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![Oshi Castle Ruin in the snowscape]()
Oshi Castle Ruin in the snowscape
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![Oshi Castle hospitality armored team]()
Oshi Castle hospitality armored team
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![Gyoda City Local Museum]()
Gyoda City Local Museum
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 忍城址
- Postal Code
- 361-0052
- Address
- 17-23 Honmaru, Gyoda City, Saitama
- Telephone
- 048-554-5911 (Gyoda City Local Museum)
- Admission
- Adult 200yen, College/High school student 100yen, Middle school/Elementary student 50yen
- Hours
- Park: Open 24 hours, Gyoda Local Museum: 9am - 4:30pm (Last admission 4pm)
- Closed
- Park: No closing, Gyoda Local Museum: Mondays
- Directions
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1) 15-min walk from Chichibu Railroad, Gyoda-shi Station
2) 25-min bus-ride from JR Takasaki Line, Gyoda Station - Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)