Inuyama Castle

犬山城

Inuyama Castle is one of only five castles in Japan whose keep is a National Treasure. It is said to have been built in 1537 by Oda Nobuyasu, uncle of the warlord Oda Nobunaga. The keep has four stories and two basement levels, and it is the oldest castle of this style still standing in Japan. From the top floor there is a wide view of the area.

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Visitor information

Opening hours: 9:00–17:00 (last entry 16:30).
Closed: Closed December 29–31.
Admission: Adults 1,000 yen; elementary and junior high school age 200 yen. Prices may change.
Getting there: 15-minute walk west from Inuyama-yuen Station or Inuyama Station (Meitetsu Inuyama Line, trains from Meitetsu Nagoya Station).

Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.

Good to know

Accessible toilets, wheelchair rental and a nursing room are available.

Tips for Muslim visitors

Inside the keep there are only stairs (no slopes or lifts), and the staircases are long and steep; wear clothing that is easy to climb in.
A long, steep staircase inside the keep was designed to slow down attackers.
Inside many castle keeps you take off your shoes and climb steep, narrow wooden stairs. Wear socks and clothing that is comfortable for climbing.
Castle grounds are large. Plan a prayer stop before or after your visit at one of the places to pray listed below.
Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Aichi and the verified places to pray nearby.
Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.