Travel in Yamanashi
Maizuru Castle Park
Maizuru Castle Park · Maizuru Castle Park (Kofu Castle Ruins) · 舞鶴城公園（甲府城跡）
Walk Maizuru Castle Park along Kofu Castle walls and restored gates. Its location near the station makes it convenient for a short stroll.
Maizuru Castle Park: free visits and building hours Official sources
Visitor information
Admission
Park walks, Inari Turret and Kurogane Gate visits have no admission fee.
Opening hours
The park is always open; Inari Turret/Kurogane Gate open 09:00–16:30, last admission 16:00.
What to see at Maizuru Castle Park
Stone walls and climbing to the keep base
Walk the ruins for walls and restored gates. Climb stairs for keep-base views, or choose lower-ruin walks.
How to get to Maizuru Castle Park
Official guidance gives about three minutes on foot from Kofu Station’s south exit to Maizuru. This differs from Yamanote Gate in the north-side Kofu City History Park; use the south exit.
Kofu ruins visiting information and south-exit access Maizuru Castle Park: free visits and building hours
Before you visit
Inari Turret and Kurogane Gate closures
Inari Turret and Kurogane Gate close on Mondays except public holidays, days after public holidays and 29 December–3 January. The outdoor park is always open; check building closures separately for interiors.
Questions about Maizuru Castle Park
Do I need stairs for Maizuru’s keep-base views?
Yes. If extensive walking would be difficult, explore lower-ruin stone walls and restored gates instead.
Official sources
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