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Matsumae Castle (officially Fukuyama Castle) is the last castle in Japan to be built in the traditional style, and has been selected as one of the '100 Fine Castles of Japan' and a 'Hokkaido Heritage' site. It also has a history of being attacked by Hijikata Toshizo, the vice-commander of the Shinsengumi, during the Boshin War from the end of the Edo period to the Meiji period. After the wooden castle keep was destroyed by fire, a reconstructed keep made of reinforced concrete was completed and opened as the Matsumae Castle Museum. The contrast between the cherry blossoms in spring and the castle is breathtaking.
北海道まつまえ観光物産協会 まつまえの文化財Business Hours
Typically
April 10 - December 10, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last admission at 4:30 PM)
regular closing day
Closed during winter: December 11 - April 9
Fee
High school students and older: 360 JPY / Elementary and junior high school students: 240 JPY / Preschool children: Free
parking lot
Available
Location
144 Matsushiro, Matsumae-cho, Matsumae-gun (松前郡松前町字松城144番地)
Access
- 10-minute walk from the 'Matsushiro' bus stop
- Approx. 80-minute drive from JR Kikonai Station
*The information provided is current as of April 2026.
*The information is subject to change. Please check the official website for details.
