Inuyama Castle: One of Japan's Five Great Castles, Just 40 Minutes from Nagoya

Every time I visit Japan, I make it a point to explore a historical site, and this time I chose Inuyama Castle! Unlike the reconstructed concrete structures of Nagoya Castle and Osaka Castle, Inuyama Castle is made entirely of wood and stone. Visitors are required to remove their shoes upon entering. The castle is mostly visited by Japanese tourists, with few foreigners around. On weekdays, there's no queue to reach the top of the castle tower. Starting from Nagoya Station, it's just a 40-minute journey to Inuyama Yuen. Follow the signs along the river for about 15 minutes to reach the Kōshō-ji Temple and Sanko Inari Shrine. A little further up the road is Inuyama Castle. After visiting, you can stroll through the Inuyama Castle Town, enjoy some local snacks, and then head back to Inuyama Station to catch a train back to Nagoya. #InuyamaCastle #JapanTravelGuide #Nagoya