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Obi Castle Town

historic_site

Obi Castle Town

飫肥城下町

4.1Est. 120Nichinan, Kyushu

Overview

Cedar-shaded castle town called Kyushu's Kyoto, with samurai houses and signature tofu fish cakes.

Called the Kyoto of Kyushu, this former castle town of the Ito clan preserves white-walled samurai residences and stone-paved lanes beneath towering cedar trees. The castle's Otemon gate leads to a grove of massive old-growth cedars planted 400 years ago. A walking-tour ticket includes entry to samurai houses, a historical museum, and four obi-tempura coupons, the town's signature deep-fried fish cake made with local tofu.

Practical info

Japanese name
飫肥城下町
Nearest station
Nichinan Station (15 min bus)
Payment
Cards accepted
Reservations
not required

Accessibility

Wheelchair parking

Good for

Families
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