Jindaiji Castle, Chōfu

Name: Jindaiji Castle
Address: Chōfu, Japan

#6 among attractions in Chōfu

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Facts and practical information

Jindaiji Castle was a Sengoku period Japanese castle, located in what is now the city of Chōfu, Tokyo, in the Kantō region of Japan Its ruins have been protected as a National Historic Site since 2007. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°39'52"N, 139°33'4"E

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調布 (diao bu)Chōfu Japan

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Jindaiji Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Jindai-ji, Jindai Botanical Garden, National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, Tokyo Photoelectric Meridian Circle.

~1060 ftNW
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Jindai-ji, Chōfu
6 min walk • Nestled in the serene city of Chōfu, Japan, Jindai-ji Temple offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo. This historic temple, which dates back to 733 AD, is the second oldest in Tokyo, boasting a rich heritage that captivates both history...
0.4 miN
Major botanical garden known for roses
Jindai Botanical Garden, Chōfu
11 min walk • Nestled in the city of Chōfu, Japan, the Jindai Botanical Garden is a verdant oasis that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo's urban sprawl. This sprawling botanical wonderland is renowned for its extensive collection of flora, boasting over...
1 miNW
35°40'31"N • 139°32'17"E
National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, Mitaka
27 min walk • Observatories and planetariums, Museum, Universities and schools
1.2 miNW
Observatories and planetariums
Tokyo Photoelectric Meridian Circle, Mitaka
30 min walk • The Tokyo Photoelectric Meridian Circle is a meridian circle that observes and records the positions of stars and planets, which are then reported in the PMC catalogs.
~1050 ftNE
Tree
Qing wei shen shenokeyaki, Chōfu
6 min walk • The zelkova tree at Aoi Shrine is a giant zelkova tree that grows on the grounds of Aoi Shrine in Jindaiji-Motomachi 5-chome, Chofu City, Tokyo. The tree has been known for a long time, as it is mentioned in "Shinpen Musashi Fudoki Sho" and "Edo...
1.3 miNE
Universities and schools
Kyorin University, Mitaka
32 min walk • Kyorin University is a private university in the western part of Tokyo, Japan. Its three campuses are in Mitaka and Hachiōji, Tokyo. It was established in 1970. The predecessor of the school, Mitaka Shinkawa Hospital, was founded in 1953 by Shinyu Matsuda.

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Which popular attractions are close to Jindaiji Castle?

Nearby attractions include Qing wei shen shenokeyaki, Chōfu (6 min walk), Jindai-ji, Chōfu (6 min walk), Jindai Botanical Garden, Chōfu (11 min walk).

How to get to Jindaiji Castle by public transport?

The nearest stations to Jindaiji Castle:

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深大寺小学校 • Lines: 吉14, 調35, 調35 杏林大学病院前->調布駅北口, 鷹66 (4 min walk)
中央道深大寺バス停下 • Lines: 吉14, 調35, 調35 杏林大学病院前->調布駅北口, 鷹66 (4 min walk)

Train

Chofu (25 min walk)
Fuda (26 min walk)

Jindaiji Castle, Chōfu

Facts and practical information

Chōfu plan & book

Jindaiji Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Jindai-ji, Chōfu

Jindai Botanical Garden, Chōfu

National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, Mitaka

Tokyo Photoelectric Meridian Circle, Mitaka

Qing wei shen shenokeyaki, Chōfu

Kyorin University, Mitaka

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Jindaiji Castle?

How to get to Jindaiji Castle by public transport?