Okayama Castle

Okayama Castle© melvil · CC BY-SA 4.0

The black-lacquered "crow castle" whose keep glints with gilded roof tiles across the river.

How to reach it

About 20 min walk from Okayama station. Arrive in Okayama via Sakura · 45m.

From the station
20 min · 1.5 km
Rail pass
Japan Rail Pass
Tickets
Book tour / ticket
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More to see in Okayama

Kōraku-en Garden©

Kōraku-en Garden

One of Japan’s three great gardens, its lawns framing the black "crow castle".

Kibitsu Shrine©

Kibitsu Shrine

A rare long-roofed shrine tied to the demon-slaying legend behind Momotarō the peach boy.

Okayama Orient Museum©

Okayama Orient Museum

Mesopotamian glass and Persian tilework gathered in a cool riverside gallery.

Other stops on the San’yō Coast & Miyajima

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Okayama Castle from Okayama station?
About 20 min walk from Okayama station. Arrive in Okayama via Sakura · 45m.
Is Okayama Castle covered by the Japan Rail Pass?
The train journey to Okayama is fully covered by the Japan Rail Pass. Entry to Okayama Castle is ticketed and not included in the rail pass.
What else is there to see near Okayama Castle?
Other sights in Okayama include Kōraku-en Garden, Kibitsu Shrine, Okayama Orient Museum.

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