Explore Matsue Castle with a local guide and discover its 400-year history, unique architecture, and hidden stories, including the little-known origins of the castle.

Climb to the top floor and take in a 360-degree panoramic view: the shimmering expanse of Lake Shinji, the rooftops of the old castle town below, and on a clear day, the distant silhouette of Mount Daisen on the horizon.
Look up. Four centuries of history are waiting.

Schedule:
09:00 Meeting at the lobby of Matsue New Urban Hotel
09:15 Matsue Castle - Otemon Gate
09:30 Matsue Castle Keep
10:30 Dispersal at the site or Matsue New Urban Hotel

No transportation is required between Matsue New Urban Hotel and Matsue Castle.
The guide and guests walk together from the meeting point to Matsue Castle, and there is no additional transportation charge.

Notes:

• To enter the site, we need to take off shoes.
• Tours are available for groups of at least 2 people (max. 6), offering a personal experience with a local guide.
• English and French audio guides are available for Matsue Castle Guided tours.
• Tours run in light rain; in case of severe weather, arrangements will be discussed.
• Matsue Castle has steep stairs. Guests may wait at the base if preferred. Children aged 6 and above are welcome for the tour.