A famous castle that stands out against the sea and sky! Karatsu Castle with a spectacular view🏯✨

Karatsu Castle, located in Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture, is a beautiful castle affectionately known as Maizuru Castle 🏯
From the castle tower, you can see Karatsu Bay and Niji no Matsubara, and enjoy the scenery of the four seasons 🌊🌸
It is also famous as a cherry blossom viewing spot, and in spring, the collaboration between the castle and the cherry blossoms is spectacular!

Access 🚆🚶♂️

The nearest station is JR Karatsu Line's Karatsu Station.
It is about a 20-minute walk from the station 🚶♂️
There are also buses that travel around Karatsu City, so if you find it difficult to walk, we recommend taking the bus 🚌

Sightseeing spots & recommended seasons 📸

The view from the castle tower is a must-see!
It's a great spot for photos, especially during the cherry blossom season in spring and the autumn leaves in autumn✨

There is also a historical museum inside the castle, where you can learn about Karatsu ware and the history of the castle📜

At night, the castle is lit up, creating a fantastic atmosphere🌙

Tips📌

- There is a fee to enter the castle tower (check the official website for the latest prices)
- There is no elevator, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes👟
- It gets crowded during the spring cherry blossom festival and autumn events, so it's a good idea to visit early◎

#0 yen trip February 2025

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