Iwamura Castle
Castle Ruined Japanese hilltop castle with historic stone walls
Iwamura Castle in Gifu Prefecture attracts visitors to mountaintop ruins, stone terraces and spring cherry blossoms, with views over the old castle town below.
How to Get to Iwamura Castle #
Iwamura Castle is in Ena, Gifu Prefecture. From Ena Station, visitors can take local buses or a taxi up toward Iwamura village and then walk uphill to the castle ruins. Driving is also possible; follow signs for Iwamura.
Tips for Visiting Iwamura Castle #
- Bring sturdy footwear-the castle ruins include steep stone steps and uneven paths.
- Visit in late afternoon for the warm light on the castle walls and valley views.
- Combine with a visit to nearby historic sites in Ena and the Kiso Valley for a full day of castle-hopping.
Best Time to Visit Iwamura Castle #
Best visited in autumn for foliage and in spring for milder weather and blossoms.
Weather & Climate near Iwamura Castle #
Iwamura Castle's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 28°C. Heavy rainfall (2153 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (202 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (196 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Heavy rain (279 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (292 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (266 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (301 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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