[Matsuyama Castle] The pinnacle of Japan's 12 original castles! A complete guide for you and your beloved dog

Perched atop Mt. Katsuyama (132m high) in the heart of Matsuyama City stands "Matsuyama Castle." It is one of only twelve "original castles" in Japan, featuring a castle tower built before the Edo period. Its charm lies not only in the structural beauty of its "Renritsu-shiki Tenshu" (a castle tower complex with superior offensive and defensive functions) but also in its ability to meet modern tourism needs, offering aerial strolls via ropeway or lift, and most notably, the joy of reaching the summit with your beloved dog. […]