Matsuyama Castle, Matsuyama, Japan

Wow what a view from Matsuyama Castle! This one seems built for combat much more than the previous castles we have visited. We decided to pay to enter too as it was relatively quiet and a bit rainy outside. The inside was beautifully built, with lots of information on how the castle was built as well. The views from the top were stunning, and can definitely see why it would have been a perfect place for a stronghold.

We decided to walk up the first time we visited, taking us past a shrine and then quite a steep climb. The next day we had some spare time before the bus so we went up on the ropeway instead (not the chairlift!) as there was better weather so we wanted to enjoy the views again and chill out.Read more