[2025 Shiroishi Attraction] Travel Guide for Shiroishi Castle (Updated Apr)

My mother and I took the JR from Sendai Station to Shiroishi Station, and walked about 10 minutes to Shiroishi Castle to see the ancient ruins and cherry blossoms. This time we were lucky to arrive two days before leaving. The cherry blossoms in Miyagi Prefecture began to bloom as early as early April (today is 4/2). The pink cherry blossoms surrounded the "Shiroishi Castle" and the scenery was breathtaking. During the Shiroishi Castle Cherry Blossom Festival, Shiroishi Castle will also hold a night lighting event at night. It is highly recommended to visit Shiroishi Castle during the day or night when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and feel the beautiful atmosphere of being surrounded by cherry blossoms 🌸 and historical sites #白石城.

Shiroishi Castle is an ancient castle built in the Edo period and located in Shiroishi City, Miyagi Prefecture. For transportation, take the JR line to Shiroishi Station and walk for ten minutes. The castle has a complete structure and looks particularly beautiful in the snow in winter. It was restored based on the classical Japanese architectural style and has valuable academic value. The garden outside the city is very elegantly landscaped, and you can forget about time while walking in it. It is highly recommended for friends who are planning a trip to Tohoku, Japan. #日本旅行 #Valentine's Day Destinations ##日本自由旅行 #Japan

Shiroishi Castle is located in Shiroishi City, Miyagi Prefecture. It is a reconstructed small Japanese castle. Although not as majestic as Osaka Castle and Himeji Castle, it has a quiet yet intriguing charm. There are few people here, the scenery is beautiful, and you can also feel a strong historical atmosphere. It is especially suitable for travelers who like slow travel or are interested in samurai culture. 📍 Transportation in a nutshell Shiroishi Castle is not far from Sendai, about an hour away by JR, making it a very suitable attraction for a one-day or half-day trip around Sendai. The recommended routes are as follows: - Take the JR Tohoku Main Line from Sendai Station to Shiroishi Station (approximately 60 minutes) - The castle is about a 10-minute walk from Shiroishi Station If you plan to go to Zao Fox Village, you can arrange to visit Shiroishi Castle on the same day. The route is smooth and the time is just right. 🏯 What's there to see in Shiraishi Castle? Shiroishi Castle was originally built during the Warring States Period and was the residence of Katakura Kojuro, a retainer of Date Masamune. The building you see now was rebuilt in 1995 based on historical data. It retains the traditional castle style, with white walls and wooden structures, which is simple but very tasteful. Recommended highlights: - You can go inside the castle tower to visit. Although it is not high, the top floor has a good view and you can overlook the entire Shiroishi City. - There are some armor and swords on display, and you can also pay to experience wearing samurai armor - There are walking paths around the city, cherry blossoms in spring and red leaves in autumn, which are very beautiful in the right season Overall, this is not a tourist attraction that will make you exclaim, but a place to appreciate quietly and feel slowly. 🎫 Tickets and opening hours - Adults 400 yen, children 200 yen - Opening hours: 9:00 to 16:00 (last admission 15:30) - Closed from December 28 to 31 every year The ticket price is very affordable, you can buy tickets on site, no reservation is required 🧭 Itinerary suggestions - The recommended stay time is about 1 to 1.5 hours, which is enough for you to walk slowly and take photos - You can stroll around the old streets around Shiroishi Station, eat some snacks or take a break at a coffee shop - If you are interested in history, you can visit the Katakura family cemetery or the Shiraishi Historical and Folk Museum ✅ Recommended This is suitable for: - People who like history, ancient architecture, and the culture of the Warring States Period - Travelers who want to avoid crowds and enjoy a quiet trip - Those who have already arranged a trip to Fox Village and want to visit one more attraction Less suitable for: - People who like lively and exciting tourist spots - People with limited mobility (you need to climb stairs to get to the castle tower, there is no elevator) 📸 Tips for taking photos - The stone wall and white wall at the city gate are classic shooting angles - Climb to the top of the castle tower to take pictures of the entire city - Visit during the cherry blossom season in spring and the red leaves festival in autumn. The scenery is beautiful. Remember to bring a camera. 📌 Small reminder - The stairs in the city are steep, so be careful when going upstairs - The interior of the castle is mainly a display space, without many interactive facilities. It is recommended to visit the surrounding attractions together - It is recommended to dress warmly in winter as the mountain city is windy. To sum up, Shiroishi Castle is not a fancy tourist attraction, but it has a quiet charm, as if it is quietly telling you stories from the past. If you like history, or want to find a quiet and interesting place to visit during your trip, Shiraishi Castle will be a nice surprise. #GlobalTravel Sendai Japan Sakura

#DomesticTravelRecord Record of castle tours in Miyagi Prefecture ✈︎ ────⟢⋮✈︎ ────⟢⋮✈︎ ────⟢⋮✈︎ ──── ◼︎Shiroishi Castle Ruins A castle located in Shiroishi City, Miyagi Prefecture It is said that the castle was built by Karita Sahyoe-no-jo Tsunemoto, who distinguished himself in the Gosannen War in 1088 (Kanji 2), under the name of the Karita clan ◼︎Sendai Castle Ruins A castle located in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture It was built by Date Masamune in 1600 (Keicho 5). For about 270 years from its construction until the "Castle Abolition Order" was issued in the Meiji era, it was the castle of the Date clan for generations ◼︎Taga Castle Ruins An ancient castle fence located in Tagajo City, Miyagi Prefecture It is one of the three major historic sites in Japan, and is a special historic site along with the Heijo Palace Ruins in Nara and the Dazaifu Ruins in Kyushu #Miyagi #Miyagi Tourism #Miyagi Trip #Castle Tour #Domestic Travel #Solo Travel #Girls Trip

Shiroishi Castle was the residence of Katakura Kojuro Shigenaga, a military commander who was active in the Edo period's "Summer Campion of Osaka". Although most of the buildings were destroyed during the Meiji period, the castle tower "Shiroishi Castle Three-story Turret" has been faithfully restored to its original appearance and is now located in Masuoka Park in Shiroishi City, Miyagi Prefecture. The Shiroishi Castle History Museum in the park also displays a model of what the castle town looked like at the time. This time, we will introduce various attractions in and around Shiroishi Castle, including local events such as the "Oni Kojuro Festival" and the "Shiroishi Castle Sakura Festival"!