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A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers and a stone base, surrounded by greenery. 1
A group of people standing in front of a stone wall with moss. 2
A person leaning on a balcony railing with a cityscape in the background. 3
People pouring water from bamboo cups into a stone basin. 4
A group of people walking towards a traditional Japanese building with a stone wall and trees in the background. 5
By 浅利観光株式会社

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $37 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Step back in time and explore a castle town with over 400 years of history!
    • You can admire the keep from all four sides!
    • Guided by friendly local staff!

Activity location

    • Matsue
    • Matsue, Shimane, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 日本、〒690-0845 島根県松江市西茶町４０−１
    • Matsue, Shimane, Japan

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Castle admission ·Guide (including audioguide) · Insurance
  • Exclusions
    Transportation expenses
  • Exclusions
    Lunch expenses
  • Exclusions
    Other personal expenses

What you can expect

  • Explore Matsue castle with a local guide and discover its 400-year history, unique architecture, and hidden stories, including the little-known origins of the castle.

    Climb to the top floor and take in a 360-degree panoramic view: the shimmering expanse of Lake Shinji, the rooftops of the old castle town below, and on a clear day, the distant silhouette of Mount Daisen on the horizon.
    Look up. Four centuries of history are waiting.

    Schedule:
    09:00 Meeting at the lobby of Matsue New Urban Hotel
    09:15 Matsue Castle - Otemon Gate
    09:30 Matsue Castle Keep
    10:30 Dispersal at the site or Matsue New Urban Hotel

    No transportation is required between Matsue New Urban Hotel and Matsue Castle.
    The guide and guests walk together from the meeting point to Matsue Castle, and there is no additional transportation charge.

    Notes:

    • To enter the site, we need to take off shoes.
    • Tours are available even from 2 persons (max. 6), offering a personal experience with a local guide.
    • English and French audio guides are available for Matsue Castle Guided tours.
    • Tours run in light rain; in case of severe weather, arrangements will be discussed.
    • Matsue Castle has steep stairs. Guests may wait at the base if preferred. Children aged 6 and above are welcome for the tour..

Location

Activity location

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    • Matsue
    • Matsue, Shimane, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 日本、〒690-0845 島根県松江市西茶町４０−１
    • Matsue, Shimane, Japan