Castle & Palace · Chihayaakasaka
Chihaya Castle Ruins 千早城跡
Mountain castle where Kusunoki Masashige held off the Kamakura army in 1333, on the way up Mt Kongo.
HoursAlways open
PriceFree
Getting thereKongo Tozanguchi bus stop (from Kawachinagano), 30 min
Time needed1-2 hours
Best timeAutumn
AddressChihaya, Chihayaakasaka, Minamikawachi District, Osaka 585-0051
About
Kusunoki Masashige built Chihaya Castle in 1332 and famously defended it against a huge shogunate army. Long stone steps climb to Chihaya Shrine on the honmaru site, which honours Masashige and his son. One of the 100 Fine Castles; often combined with the Mt Kongo hike.
Highlights
- 100 Fine Castles of Japan
- Kusunoki Masashige legend
- Stone steps to Chihaya Shrine
Tips
- About 30 min climb from Kongo Tozanguchi bus stop
- Bus from Kawachinagano Station
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