Built in 1603, this historical palace is a great place to learn about Japanese history. The ornate Karamon gate draws many visitors for its distinct designs. The castle consists of the Honmaru-goten and Ninomaru-goten.
It has ancient nightingale flooring and many beautiful paintings on the walls. It is a must see for Kyoto!
It has ancient nightingale flooring and many beautiful paintings on the walls. It is a must see for Kyoto!
- Facility OverviewFacility Name: Nijo-jo CastleAddress: 541 Nijo-jo-cho, Horikawa-nishi-iru, Nijo-jo-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto CityTelephone Number: +81-75-841-0096Opening Hours:
8:45~17:00(Last admission:16:00)
Ninomaru-goten Palace visit reception hours
8:45 a.m. – 4:10 p.m.Closed:
Castle: December 29~31
Ninomaru-goten Palace: Every Tuesday in January, July, August, and December every year, January 1 – 3, and December 26 – 28
* When any of the above-mentioned days fall on a public holiday, Ninomaru-goten Palace will be closed the following day instead.General Admission Fee:
Nijo-jo Castle & Ninomaru-goten Palace
Adults: 1300 yen
Junior High/ High school students: 400yen
Primary school students: 300yenDiscount for those with Disabilities: Free for one person and their care person with Disability certificate issued in JapanHome Page URL: https://nijo-jocastle.city.kyoto.lg.jp/?lang=enAccessNearest Subway Station: Nijojo-maeDistance from Nearest Subway Station: About 210mApproximate travel time from Subway Station: 3 min walk - AccessibilitySuitable in All Weather: Yes, IndoorsEstimated Visiting time for Persons with Disabilities: 30 to 40 min including the gardenParking for those with Disabilities: 3 spacesMultilingual Guidance Available: YesMap of Wheelchair accessible paths Available: YesBasic Information for AccessibilityStep into Entrance of Facility（Height）: NoneElevator: NoneNursing Room Available: YesFirst Aid Room: None Babysitting/Childcare: NoneSensory Room: NonePrayer Room: NoneService Dogs Allowed: YesRentalsWheelchair Rental: YesBaby Buggy/Stroller Rental: YesAudio Guide Rental: YesOther Available Rentals: Braille Information Book
- Parking Area & Parking for those with Physical DisabilitiesParking Available: Yes, Directly in front of Nijo-jo CastleParking Space for those with Disabilities Available: Yes, 3 spacesDistance from Parking Area to Indoors: Parking is directly in front of buildingParking Area Facility with covered Roof Path: NoSteps on Pathway from Parking Area to Entryway: NoneVehicle Available to Drive up to Entryway for drop off: NoParking Attendants Available: Yes.Surface type of Parking Area: Asphalt
- ToiletWestern Style Toilets Available: YesToilet Information for those with Physical DisabilitiesToilet stall for those with Physical Disabilities: AvailableDoor Style: Sliding DoorDoor Width: 87cmHandrail Available: Right side U type(movable)/ Left side L type(fixed)Warm Water Bidet Available: NoOstomate-compatible facilities: AvailableUniversal Changing bed（for adults）: YesEmergency Alert Button in Stall: YesFor Young ChildrenBaby Chair in Restroom stalls: YesDiaper Changing Bed: AvailableFor the Visually ImpairedAudio Guide Available: NoBraille Guide, Braille Map Available: Braille on Toilet Operational Panel, No Braille MapToilet for Seeing Eye Dog Available: No
Entrance to Nijojo Castle Building Information |
Garden Area to Honmaru Goten |
Restrooms |
Café & Rest Area |
- Paths & Walkways at FacilityPathway Surfaces: Gravel and stone pathsStairs at Facility: Stairs to Honmaru-goten Palace Accessibility Path around Steps: None Inaccessible Areas to those with physical disabilities:
Stairs to Honmaru-goten Palace. Not accessible for wheelchair users.
Ninomaru-goten Palace is accessible for wheelchair users however, electric wheelchairs are not allowed in the Ninomaru-goten Palace. Wheelchair users will need to change to the wheelchair providedRest Area: AvailableBraille Ground Blocks : NoneCondition of Stairways at FacilityHandrail Available: YesBraille Labelled Handrails: No - Escalators & ElevatorsNone
- Accommodations for Different Needs at FacilitySupport & Guidance Available: May be available upon request, Ask at the information centerAreas not accessible to those with Physical Disabilities: Honmaru-goten Palace. Not accessible for wheelchair users.Audio Guide Available: AvailableDisplays/Exhibits made for the Visually impaired & Blind: None but braille guide availableDisplays/Exhibits made for the Hearing impaired & Deaf: NoneSpeech to Text Conversion Available: NoneMultilingual Displays: Yes and Pamphlet in 5 languagesMultilingual Audio Guide, Headset Audio Guide Available: AvailableAccommodations provided by StaffStaff trained to accommodate those with Physical Dissabilities: NoStaff trained to accommodate the Visually Impaired & Blind: NoStaff trained to accommodate the Hearing Impairments & Deaf: NoStaff can use Sign Language: NoMultilingual Staff Available: Some but varies on the day
