Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck

Nix Theodorou 3 weeks ago

A steep but doable walk to a mini observatory. The pamphlet has it listed as a 20 min walk but it's definitely closer to 10-15 if you're walking at a quicker pace. The shuttle bus does exist although where it was was unclear. You can get a lovely view of shirakawago from the top of this hill.

MukinTukin a month ago

Imagine this will be the view from above and it was a snowstorm ? 🙃 Prior going to the area ya need to check the weather first. Bad weather means you cannot appreciate Shirakawa. Also at night too.

Luke Goh 2 months ago

Free observation deck that can be reached by a 10-15min hike. It can get slippery in winter so wear proper shoes. I recommend that you walk the town first from the bus terminal and head up from the end of the town where there is a nice path that gradually elevates to the top. (Walk till the end of the town via the main road then turn left towards the museum - Google maps should show you this path automatically)

Kikoprincess Li 2 months ago

We came up as soon as the bus arrived so there weren’t many here. The walk up and down was a bit slippery in winter but the views were good and we had some fun playing with the snow.

Rintrlapas Lertsirikajorn 4 months ago

2 choices to go here are walking or bus. I choose walking, which is not that far but quite slope. Only 15-20 minutes by walk but 10 minutes by bus. The view along the way is beautiful, you can enjoy taking photos during the walk. The JR pass is not included the bus. Should buy in advance because weekend is quite long line waiting for the bus.