This castle was the center of Izumo area during Edo era.
It's located on the hill beside Lake Shinji.
Stone walls are made of natural stones.
It's one of 5 National Treasure castles and 12 castles with original castle tower.
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<The Nearest Station>
JR Matuse station on San-in Line and bus (Shimane Prefecture)
<Admission>
560 yen
Apr. 1 - Sep. 30: 8:30 - 18:30 (Gate open 7:00 - 19:30)
Oct. 1 - Mar. 31: 8:30 - 17:00 (Gate open 8:30 - 17:00)
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