An unprecedentedly luxurious experience of having the castle keep all to yourself
A special stay at Ōzu Castle, brought back to life in the modern era through a remarkable journey

At Ōzu Castle Castle Stay, the entire castle—including the main keep and two Important Cultural Property turrets—is available for your exclusive use as guest rooms.

Enjoy an authentic feudal lord experience, featuring a grand entrance reenactment of the first lord of Ōzu Domain, Sadayasu Katō, arriving at the castle in 1617, celebratory gunfire using real matchlock rifles preserved since the Edo period, and moon-viewing sake served in the historic Kōran Yagura, an Important Cultural Property.

Spend a luxurious moment surrounded by the stunning scenery shaped by Ōzu’s rivers, mountains, and castle.

A miraculous castle brought back to life in the modern era—faithfully and fully reconstructed in wood

Ōzu Castle is one of only five castles in Japan with a wooden reconstructed main keep.

The original keep was built in the early 1600s, but after the Kato family began ruling the Ōzu Domain and the subsequent return of lands and titles to the government (hanseki hōkan), financial difficulties led to the castle’s demolition in 1888.

However, thanks to the strong voices and support of local residents, the castle was faithfully reconstructed in wood and brought back to life over a 10-year period, completed in 1994.

Come and enjoy a one-of-a-kind stay in this miraculous castle that continues to live on in the modern era.

Schedule for the Day

At Matsuyama Airport, you will be greeted by a samurai.

Upon arrival at Ōzu Castle, gentlemen will change into traditional armor, while ladies will be dressed in kimono.
With the sound of conch shells and war drums, you will then make your grand entrance into the castle.

After receiving the official Castle Lord Certificate in a special ceremony, you will enter the castle as its lord.
Your evening will continue with a performance of kagura, a traditional sacred dance and music of Ōzu.

As part of your guided tour inside the castle, you’ll have ample time to fully appreciate the miraculous main keep—faithfully reconstructed in wood after more than 100 years.

Following the tour, enjoy a local “Lord’s Feast” (Tonosama Gozen) made from seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, served in the historic Kōran Yagura, an Important Cultural Property.

As a guest of the castle stay, you’ll also have exclusive access to a lounge and bathing area in a prime location, offering stunning views of Ōzu Castle right before your eyes.

The next morning, enjoy breakfast at Garyū Sansō, a villa built during the Meiji period by the wealthy merchant Torajirō Kawahara to entertain his guests.

Accompanied by morning tea, you can relax in a private setting while admiring the garden and listening to the gentle sounds of the nearby river.

Afterward, fully immerse yourself in Ōzu’s charm with traditional craft experiences, boat cruises on the Hijikawa River, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), and more.

Castle Dining: Enjoy Ōzu’s Gourmet Cuisine Fit for a Lord

At Castle Dining, after closing hours, you will be invited on an exclusive private tour led by a local guide.
Following the tour, enjoy a fusion cuisine dinner prepared with seasonal ingredients from Ōzu and Ehime.
Spend a special evening accompanied by live performances of traditional kagura and gagaku music.

Custom Programs to Explore More of Ōzu’s Attractions

To help you fully enjoy the city of Ōzu, we offer customized programs tailored to your interests.
Whether it’s river activities on the Hijikawa River, including the traditional cormorant fishing experience (Ukai), or tours exploring cultural heritage sites, there is a wealth of content that allows you to deeply immerse yourself in Ōzu’s history and culture.

Exquisite Hospitality Cuisine Inspired by the Nature and Artisans of Iyo

Famous local products of the Ōzu Domain from the Edo period are recorded in the historical geography book Ōzu Hiroku.
We offer a hospitality cuisine menu inspired by the dishes likely enjoyed by Sadayasu Katō at that time, enhanced with modern culinary techniques.
Please savor this special meal served on exquisite Tobe-yaki ceramics, a traditional craft pottery, for a truly memorable dining experience.

Please refer to this PDF for the Terms and Conditions.”

Terms and Conditions