The main square of Matsuyama Castle features five plum trees planted so visitors can enjoy the view of the castle and the blossoms together. The red plum trees are still in the bud, but their ...

including those at Marugame Castle in Kagawa Prefecture and Ozu Castle in Ehime Prefecture, both located in western Japan. Tourism is booming in Japan, but activity is largely concentrated in ...

Castle stay programs are also offered at Ozu Castle in Ozu, Ehime Prefecture, and elsewhere. “We want to make active use (of the castle), instead of just preserving it,” the mayor said ...

including those at Marugame Castle in Kagawa Prefecture and Ozu Castle in Ehime Prefecture, both located in western Japan. Tourism is booming in Japan, but activity is largely concentrated in ...