Onomichi Castle to be demolished
Onomichi Castle, a replica of a traditional Japanese castle tower, will be demolished after sitting vacant for almost three decades.
Castle in Nagasaki to be converted into hotel
Hirado City in Nagasaki Prefecture is looking for someone to open a small hotel within Hirado Castle’s turret. According to the Japan Castle Foundation, this would be the first accommodation to be created in a castle in Japan.
Owning a castle in Japan? A possibility or a pipe dream?
Europe is dotted with historic castles that can be bought and lived in, but what about Japan? Can you buy an authentic castle in Japan?
In short - probably not.Read more
[Foreclosed] Japanese Castle in Hokkaido
*NO LONGER AVAILABLE*
Bidding started from 16,663,000 Yen
This foreclosed property in Akabira City is a replica of a traditional Japanese castle. The 6-storey reinforced concrete structure was originally called 'Tokugawa Castle" and was a doll museum. It was owned by the only festival doll manufacturer and supplier in Hokkaido, and the company used the space to display and sell their wares. The doll company still seems to be operating, but they have not used this building for the past five years. It has not been maintained during recent years and has some broken windows and roof damage.Read more