Title: Kitsuki Castle in Kitsuki | Expedia.co.uk [Kitsuki Castle Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Kitsuki-Castle-Hotels.0-l553248621532763274-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Kitsuki](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Kitsuki.d6347279.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Kitsuki](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kitsuki.d6347279.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Kitsuki Castle Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Kitsuki-Castle.d553248621532763274.Car-Hire-Guide)[Kitsuki Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Kitsuki.d6347279.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Kitsuki Castle ![Oita showing heritage elements as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532763274/5ab9a236-80d7-47d0-a32d-a7482a7e4495.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Oita showing heritage elements as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532763274/5ab9a236-80d7-47d0-a32d-a7482a7e4495.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kitsuki Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532763274/1f1578bb-b489-43ee-b284-2bd0248f6687.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kitsuki Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532763274/15f292da-1557-46dd-925c-12efba901be9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kitsuki Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532763274/33558671-cb89-4dc8-9c9c-47215a6ffcde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Kitsuki Castle Activities [Kitsuki travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Kitsuki.dx6347279) Food, drink & nightlife [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248621532763274&location=Kitsuki+Castle&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) Theme parks [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248621532763274&location=Kitsuki+Castle&filter.categories=ThemeParks) Private & custom tours [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248621532763274&location=Kitsuki+Castle&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) Tours & day trips [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248621532763274&location=Kitsuki+Castle&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) Shows & concerts [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248621532763274&location=Kitsuki+Castle&filter.categories=ShowsConcerts) Attractions [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248621532763274&location=Kitsuki+Castle&filter.categories=Attractions) --- --- #### Known as the smallest castle in Japan, this tiny fortress near the sea is part of a unique layout labeled the Sandwich Castle Town. With its three tiers and traditional Japanese architecture, Kitsuki Castle is said to be the smallest of the country’s many fortresses. Its original incarnation dated back to the 14th century, while today’s renovated version was constructed in 1970 and contains a museum. Admire the tranquil setting and scenic views at this pleasant seaside spot. Notice the curved roofs of the tiers making up the façade of the fortress. The main door is at the top of a set of external stairs on the left side of the front. Once inside, learn about the history of Japan’s feudal system and the castle itself via the exhibits in the keep’s museum. It possesses a great range of period dress, tools and weapons from bygone eras. Try on some of the samurai helmets and armor to imagine yourself as a warrior many centuries ago. The armor is likely to be heavier than you might expect. Visit the castle in style by renting a kimono, yukata or other traditional Japanese dress from a nearby store. Climb up to the tower and appreciate the picturesque vista of the Seto Inland Sea. The fortress stands on a plateau overlooking both the water and the rest of the municipality, known as the Sandwich Castle Town for its two samurai neighborhoods adjacent to a commercial district. Drop in for a tea ceremony at the Ocha Dokoro Tomaya café and watch a traditional dance show in the former sake cellar of Kitsuki Shuurakuan. The castle opens daily from morning until late afternoon and has an entrance fee. Purchase a combo ticket for the castle and the town’s other attractions, including the Historical Museum, the Ohara Residence and the Sano Residence, among others. The Kitsuki Castle is in its namesake town, a little northeast of Beppu. Ride the train north to the Kitsuki railway station and get a taxi for the 2.5-mile (4-kilometer) journey east. 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