Odani Castle
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This mountain castle was the residence of three generations of the Azai clan, who ruled over northern Omi. It was built around 1525. It is a famous castle that takes advantage of the topography of Mt. Odani, which is about 495m above sea level, and is counted among the "Five Great Mountain Castles of Japan" and the "Three Great Mountain Castles of the Middle Ages of Japan." Asai Nagamasa married Oichi, the younger sister of Oda Nobunaga, and was blessed with three daughters, Chacha, Hatsu, and Go, but the Azai clan was defeated in a battle with Oda Nobunaga and was destroyed. The castle was subsequently abandoned. Currently, the earthworks remain at the highest peak, Ozuku (495m), and the remains of the vassals' mansions remain in Shimizudani.s
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Basic information
- Address
- 139 Odanigujo-cho, Nagahama-City, Shiga-Prefecture 529-0312
- Telephone
- 0749-78-2320
- Fax
- 0749-78-2320
- Nearest station
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30 minutes walk from JR Hokuriku Main Line "Kawake" station. * 10 minutes by taxi from Kawake station or 15 minutes by rental bicycle (fee required).
* Free parking available (7 minutes from Hokuriku Expressway Odanijo Smart IC) - Inquiries
- https://www.eonet.ne.jp/~odanijou-s/contact.html or by phone
- Opening hours
- 9:00am - 5:00pm (entry reception closes at 4:30pm)
- Admission fee
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Individuals: High school students and above 350 (300) yen. Elementary and junior high school students 150 (130) yen. Free for kindergarteners and younger
* Free for elementary and junior high school students and schools in the Kohoku region (Nagahama City and Maibara City).
* Free admission for those with a physical disability certificate, rehabilitation certificate, or mental health and welfare certificate, and one accompanying person. (However, proof of disability certificate must be presented.)
* ( ) indicates the price for groups of 20 or more people - Closed
- Every Tuesday, New Year's holiday (December 28th to January 4th), If Tuesday is a national holiday, the following Wednesday will be closed
This basic information is current at the time of publication and is subject to change.
Please check the official website for the latest information.
