Address:
1-1 Konkicho Hikone-city, ShigaShiga Map
Access:
Take a walk from JR Hikone StationInformation:
0749-23-0001Fees/Hours:
Admission: 500 yen (adult) / 200 yen (elementary and middle school student) *From March 21, 2007 to Nov.25, 2007, an admission ticket for adult costs 1,000 yen since special exhibitions are held.
Open: 8:30am-5pm
Cherry Blossoms:
Late March - Early April*Cherry blossom flowering dates vary every year. Please refer to cherry blossom forecast archives.
Website:
Hikone Castle MuseumNotes:
Hikone Castle is known as one of the best casltes in Japan. The donjon is a Japanese national treasure. The Ii family built it in 1607. There are about 1,300 sakura trees around the castle. During the Hikonejo Cherry Blossom Festival, cherry blossoms are illuminated at night.
