What to know
Hagi Castle (萩城, Hagijō) was built in 1604 and served for the next 250 years as the seat of the Mori Clan, one of Japan's most powerful families. After the feudal era ended in the late 19th century, the castle was dismantled, leaving only its moats and stone walls.
The castle ruins lie within pleasant Shizuki Park at the northwestern tip of Hagi. The spacious park is ideal for a leisurely stroll or bike ride—bicycles are allowed. In addition to the walls, moats, and the castle keep's foundation, the park contains a shrine and a teahouse. Mount Shizuki, also within the park, offers a 20-minute hike to the summit.
Hagi's castle ruins are about 2.5 km from Higashi-Hagi Station—a 10–20 minute bike ride or 30–45 minute walk. You can also take the Maru Bus West Loop to Shizukikoen Iriguchi bus stop, then walk five minutes to the entrance.
Visitor information
Practical details to check before planning this stop.
- Hours
- 8:00 to 18:30 (April to October)
- Closed
- No closing days
- Admission
- 220 yen (~$1.41)
- English name
- Original name
- Hagi Castle
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