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Kajo Park
Kajo Park · 霞城公園
Walk beside castle moats and stone walls in Kajo Park. Near Yamagata Station, it suits arrival day or spare time before your train.
Explore the park’s castle remains for an easy walk. Park entry and walks have no admission fee.
Visitor information
Address
〒990-0826 山形市霞城町1番7号（管理事務所）
1-7, Kajo-machi, Yamagata City, Yamagata 990-0826, Japan
Map locationOpening hours
Open April 1–October 31 from 05:00–22:00 and November 1–March 31 from 05:30–22:00. The park opens every day year-round.
What to see at Kajo Park
City walk beside moats and stone walls
Kajo Park’s moats and stone walls are remains of the castle. Walk around them to explore its former site.
Yamagata city: free Kajo Park walks, seasonal hours and south-gate access
How to get to Kajo Park
From Yamagata Station’s west exit, walk about 10 minutes to the south gate. From the east exit, walk about 15 minutes to East Otemon. Choose the gate around what you want to see in the park.
Yamagata city: free Kajo Park walks, seasonal hours and south-gate access
Questions about Kajo Park
Can I walk to Kajo Park from Yamagata Station?
Yes: about 10 minutes from the west exit to the south gate, or 15 minutes from the east exit to East Otemon. Choose the entrance for the park area you want to visit.
Yamagata city: free Kajo Park walks, seasonal hours and south-gate access
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