Shiroishi Castle / Sumaru Yashiki (House)
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Shiroishi Castle was the castle of Katakura Kojuro, the chief vassal to Date Masamune, who built the foundations of Sendai. This castle is scientifically important since it was restored based on Japan's oldest architectural style. Attracting numerous history fans and cosplayers, an event is held on the first Saturday of every October that recreates the deciding battle from the summer campaign of the siege of Osaka between the armies of Katakura Kojuro and Sanada Yukimura.
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Street address
- Masuokacho, Shiroishi City
Access
Route1
- Shiroishi Castle: Approx. 30-min. walk from JR Shiroishi-Zao Station
Sumaru Yashiki: Approx. 25-min. walk from JR Shiroishi-Zao Station
- Shiroishi Castle: Approx. 30-min. walk from JR Shiroishi-Zao Station
Route2
- Shiroishi Castle: Approx. 10-min. walk from JR Shiroishi Station
Sumaru Yashiki: Approx. 5-min. walk from JR Shiroishi Station
- Shiroishi Castle: Approx. 10-min. walk from JR Shiroishi Station
Opening Hours
- Shiroishi Castle: 9:00-17:00 (from Nov. to Mar.: 9:00-16:00)
Sumaru Yashiki : 9:30 – 16:30
Closed
- Shiroishi Castle: no holidays except from Dec. 28 to 31
Sumaru Yashiki: Year-end and New Year’s Holidays
Best season
- All year
Point
- At the Sumaru Yashiki, the armor and helmets of Date Masamune and Katakura Kojuro can be tried on for free.
update: Sep.3.2024
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