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Karatsu Castle
Karatsu Castle · 唐津城
Climb Karatsu Castle's keep for Karatsu Bay views and indoor displays. You can also admire the exterior and walk through the park.
Visit the keep to combine exhibitions with the sea views.
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Visitor information
Admission
Individual keep admission is JPY 500 for general visitors aged 15 and over, JPY 250 for primary and junior high school students, and free for preschool children. The park lift costs JPY 100 one way for general visitors and JPY 50 for primary and junior high school students; preschool children and ages 70 and over ride free. Lift fares are excluded from keep admission.
Opening hours
The keep opens 09:00–17:00, with last admission at 16:40. Its raised platform is accessible 05:00–22:00. The castle closes 29–31 December; hours may change seasonally.
What to see at Karatsu Castle
Keep exhibitions and Karatsu Bay views
Explore the keep's displays and enjoy views over Karatsu Bay. Afterwards, walk through the park to see the castle exterior.
How to get to Karatsu Castle
Walk from Karatsu Station's north exit towards the castle, about 25 minutes. There are 222 steps from the approach to the keep, with the park lift as an alternative for this section. Stairs remain inside the keep.
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Before you visit
Stairs remain inside the keep even with the lift
There are 222 steps from the approach to the keep. The park lift can cover this section, but stairs remain inside the keep. Lift fares are separate from castle admission.
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Allow separate walking and sightseeing time
Allow around one and a half to two hours for the castle and park. The walk from Karatsu Station takes about 25 minutes each way; add station walks and meal time separately.
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Questions about Karatsu Castle
Is Karatsu Castle's lift fare included in admission?
No. General keep admission is JPY 500 and the park lift costs a separate JPY 100 one way. Stairs remain inside the keep even when you use the lift.
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