Nijo Castle

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Notice

Structural reinforcement and restoration will be carried out on all historic structures within Nijo-jo Castle. The various renovations are planned as follows: Honmaru-goten Palace (2017-2023), Tamarigura (2024-2027), Ninomaru-goten Palace (2024-2036), and Tonan Sumi-yagura (2028-2036). Read more

Overview

Static map of (35.0140901, 135.7491371)

Address

541 Nijojocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8301
( Map ) ( Directions )

Hours

8:45 - 16:00 Open now

Opening Hours

  • Monday

    8:45 - 16:00

  • Tuesday

    8:45 - 16:00

  • Wednesday

    8:45 - 16:00

  • Thursday

    8:45 - 16:00

  • Friday

    8:45 - 16:00

  • Saturday

    8:45 - 16:00

  • Sunday

    8:45 - 16:00

  • Holidays

    8:45 - 16:00

Price

Free

Phone

075-841-0096

Highlights

Ninomaru Palace

The 3,300-square-meter palace grounds are a must-see when at Nijo Castle. The palace buildings are made entirely out of Japanese Hinoki cypress wood and contain a wealth of original historical artefacts within the building. Elaborate paintings adorned with gold leaf decorate the sliding doors of the palace rooms, intentionally done to impress important visitors.

Ninomaru Palace

General Amenities

  • Coin lockers

Payment Method

  • Credit cards accepted

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair rental

What's unique

  • UNESCO World Heritage Site

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Access

A short walk from City Bus Stop Nijo-jo-mae (from JR Kyoto Station/Hankyu Railway Karasuma Station), or Nijo-jo-mae Station on the Tozai Subway Line

Nijo Castle