Kakuzan Park

鶴山公園 Kakuzan koen

This park contains the ruins of Tsuyama Castle (津山城), once considered to be the most spectacular Japanese castle. Since the castle was decommissioned during the Meiji Period, all that remains₨ are the castle walls however, they are truly well-preserved, and a walk around the castle grounds offers many great views of the city and a feel for the castle's former grandeur. The small turret, the only castle structure in the park, was reconstructed in 2004 out of wood to stay true to the original to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Tsuyama Castle. The park has gained fame as not only being the best place in Okayama but also as the best place in the entire Chugoku region for viewing cherry blossoms due to its 1,000 cherry blossom trees, scenic ruins, and festive atmosphere. It is also a great place to view the changing leaves in the fall. There is a heart-shaped stone in the walls of the former honmaru that is a popular photo-op, particularly among women. It is even featured on some of the souvenirs.

• outdoors
• history

Address

135 Yamashita

Hours

Closed · opens 8:40 am

Weekly hours

Mon	8:40 am–5 pm
Tue	8:40 am–5 pm
Wed	8:40 am–5 pm
Thu	8:40 am–5 pm
Fri	8:40 am–5 pm
Sat	8:40 am–5 pm
Sun	8:40 am–5 pm

Price

¥300