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Saga Castle

佐賀城

Originally built in the late sixteenth century to control highway crossroads, Saga Castle served as the Saga Domain's residence and was reconstructed in 1989.

The reconstructed main keep of Saga Castle
The reconstructed main keep of Saga Castle © Japanexperterna, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Opening hours
Mon–Sun09:30–18:00
Holidays09:30–18:00
Admission
EveryoneFree
Links
Official websiteEnglish · Japanese
Access
Jonai, Saga-Shi, Saga 〒 840-0041Saga Station 佐賀 (Karatsu Line, Nagasaki Main Line)Walk 30 minutes

Saga Castle, also known as Saga-jo, is a castle located in the city of Saga, Japan. It is a reconstructed version of the original castle, which was built in the late 16th century and served as the residence of the ruling lord of the Saga Domain. The castle features several reconstructed buildings, including the main castle tower, which offers visitors a panoramic view of the city. Visitors can also explore the castle's gardens and see the moat and stone walls that once surrounded the castle. The castle also has a museum that displays artifacts and provides information about the history of the castle and the Saga Domain. The castle is a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of the city's history and culture.

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