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Ōtawara Castle

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Ōtawara Castle

大田原城

Tochigi · Kanto

Ōtawara Castle was a Japanese castle located in Ōtawara City, Tochigi Prefecture. It was built in 1543 by Otawara Sukitsune on the western bank of the Jabi River, at an elevation of about 25 meters.

Why it's hidden

There is no official English site for Ōtawara Castle.

Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
3.5· 107 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Website
city.ohtawara.tochigi.jp/docs/2013082778963

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Open 24 hours

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

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