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The Pinnacle of Historical and Cultural Experience in Ozu
Ozu Castle - JAPAN
Private Castle Stay
Japan's First Castle Stay Experience in a Wooden Restored Castle Keep
About This Experience
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Ozu, a town where countless samurai warriors once lived
Japan's only "Castle Keep Stay Experience"
This is not just accommodation, but a "living historical experience."
In historic sites and cultural properties usually only visible,
you can relive the moments once lived by those who came before.
Night-time exclusive access to Important Cultural Properties such as the watchtower and completely wooden-restored castle keep
"Feast of the Lord" based on historical documents
Breakfast and tea ceremony at Important Cultural Property "Garyusan Villa"
An unparalleled moment condensed with authentic historical and cultural experiences.
4 Reasons Why Travelers Choose This Journey
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Stay at Ozu Castle Keep, and experience becoming a "castle lord" as you enter the castle wearing armor, greeted by matchlock gun demonstrations and drum performances. At night, enjoy an exclusive stay in the castle keep, surrounded by history and culture.
Retainers guide newly appointed castle lords through Ozu Castle, sharing detailed insights into its history, architectural features, and meticulous restoration. Discover rarely told stories and cultural significance, gaining a deeper understanding of the craftsmanship, legacy, and spirit preserved within the castle.
Dinner is served at the Important Cultural Property Kouran Yagura connected to the castle keep. We prepare a special "Feast of the Lord" using the finest ingredients from Ehime. Local sake from regional breweries is also available in free flow for you to enjoy fine food and drink.
After dinner, relax at the specially built lounge and bath in the castle's second bailey. From the bathroom, you can view the illuminated castle.
After breakfast, proceed to Furoan, the teahouse suspended above the Hiji River, where local tea masters offer a traditional ceremony. This peaceful morning experience at Garyusan Villa, an architectural masterpiece in harmony with nature, is consistently rated among the most memorable moments of the stay.
A Unique Time Just for You
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Amidst the sound of conch shells and drums,
you proceed to enter the castle keep's main bailey.
After the castle steward respectfully reads out the castle lord certificate,
you enter the castle as celebratory shots are fired
by the Ozu Domain Matchlock Gun Corps using real matchlock guns.
Experience being a true castle lord.




One of only five wooden-restored keeps in Japan, rebuilt in 2004 through master craftsmanship, historic research, and community support to revive its 400-year-old Edo-era form.



Touch the powerful pillar beams and complex framework made from timber over 300 years old, with the aroma of cypress drifting through the air, and let your thoughts drift to the memories of this place.
What did the warriors of the past think about here?
To a historical re-enactment experience only possible by staying in the castle keep.


Enjoy exclusive access to the pure and tense atmosphere, savoring breakfast while overlooking the beautiful inner garden. Afterwards, at Furoan, the tea room built overhanging the Hiji River, enjoy tea ceremony hospitality by local tea masters.
The morning time spent exclusively at Garyusan Villa, a rare architectural masterpiece that harmoniously balances with nature, is particularly highly rated by guests among all the experiences of Ozu Castle Stay.


One-of-a-Kind Moments
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Built in the medieval era, Ozu Castle evolved from a mountain fortress into a feudal castle and the heart of its castle town.
After the Meiji Restoration, the keep was dismantled. Several turrets remain as Important Cultural Properties. In 2004, the wooden keep was faithfully reconstructed using historical records and traditional techniques, bringing the castle back to life.


















Services
The tour will be operated only when all of the following conditions are met.
If, for any of the following reasons, it becomes difficult to provide part of the services included in this product, we will make every reasonable effort to offer alternative arrangements. However, please note that we cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage incurred as a result.
Refunds or cancellations due to personal reasons cannot be accepted as a general rule.
However, we will provide a refund or exchange for a product of equivalent value if any of the following apply:
Hotel & Facilities

A private lounge set within the castle’s Ninomaru area. Enjoy a refined moment of relaxation with champagne and local sake, creating a truly special stay inside the historic grounds.

A spacious bath large enough for four adults. Many guests enjoy a peaceful morning soak as part of their stay.

Dinner is served at the Important Cultural Property Koroyagura turret. Based on the historical records of the 'Ozu Hiroku,' this special course recreates feudal-era cuisine using the finest seasonal ingredients from Ehime, paired with premium local sake.

Enjoy a private breakfast at Garyu Sanso before opening hours. Overlooking the serene garden, this rare experience also includes a traditional tea service by a tea master in one of Japan’s finest architectural settings.
Sample Itinerary
Sales Price:
$10,650.00
Consumption tax (VAT) is included in the listed price.

This product can be purchased as a digital travel voucher (NFT).
After purchase, an NFT will be issued and can be viewed on your my page as well as in your personal wallet.
You can also freely sell or transfer the issued NFT yourself.
If your schedule no longer works out, you can also buy and sell it on the corresponding marketplace.
This product comes with a validity period of six months from the date of purchase.
It can only be used if the travel departure date falls within six months from the purchase date.
If the departure date exceeds six months from the purchase date, the product will no longer be valid.
For inquiries about availability or scheduling, please contact our support team.

During the following periods, traffic restrictions and special events may occur around Ozu Castle, making special castle visits difficult.
Please check in advance when planning your trip.