[A Special Day at the Ancient Castle] Lockheart Castle holds GW limited 'Medieval Experience Enjoyed with the Five Senses'

Lockheart Castle in Takayama Village, Gunma Prefecture, the only relocated and restored ancient Scottish castle in Japan operated by Sampo Co., Ltd. (President and Director: Hideaki Hirai / Headquarters: Numata City, Gunma Prefecture), will hold a special event during the Golden Week period of 2026, where the whole family can immerse themselves in an authentic British worldview and share an extraordinary experience while remaining in Japan.

Lockheart Castle shining against the blue sky

1. [Immersive Experience] Welcomed by Lord Douglas and Butlers "Ceremony of the Chosen Guests"
Lockheart Castle's official greeting cast "Lord Black Douglas" and Butlers will welcome everyone as Princes and Princesses.
An "exclusive ceremony" to immerse into the worldview, starting with the English call "Rock, Paper, Scissors... Shoot!", will be held for the first time. (No reservation required, free)
Lord Douglas and Butlers

- [New Experience] Simulated experience with ideal lines
Based on "Lines you'd like to be told, investigated by Zexy", Lord Douglas will whisper guests' requests with all his heart. Enjoy an extraordinary experience that fulfills your dream situations along with a royal-like escort.
- [Line Requests]
From "I love you" to "I will never let you go" and "I'm nothing without you".
The butler will deliver your admired lines with all his heart.
- [Special Project]
A mysterious fortune-telling experience by "Rosa Vine", a fortune teller serving the ancient castle.
Limited to May 6 / No reservation required, served in order
Douglas and Butlers (Click here for cast details)

You can touch real dinosaur bones

2. [History Experience] Special exhibition touching the memories of ancient times
Real dinosaur bones will be specially exhibited in a corner of the ancient castle.
A precious experience spot where you can observe "real dinosaur bones" close up, which are usually only seen in illustrated books, and actually touch them. (Free)

Castle and street piano *Image

3. [Music Experience] Street piano echoing in the ancient castle
A piano that anyone can freely play is set up in a space where you can feel the atmosphere of the Middle Ages. Professional performances are also planned, delivering a special time. (Observation and performance free)

Spring Williams Garden

4. [Story Experience] English Bluebell garden coloring the British spring
14,500 English Bluebells are in full bloom in the reproduced garden "Williams Garden", a scenery that colored the original Lockheart Castle in Scotland. The language of flowers is sincerity, gratitude, and an unchanging heart.
The fantastic space where blue flowers spread creates an experience as if you had wandered into a story. (Free)
*Blooming conditions may vary depending on the weather

5. [Gastronomic Experience] Patricia x Big Heart "Aristocratic Afternoon Tea Selection"
An elegant tea time just like the real thing, enjoyed in an open location.
We offer sweets and tea utilizing local ingredients and seasonal flavors.
We deliver an elegant moment to color GW memories for families and girls' gatherings.
Menu:
Patricia Afternoon Tea Set: 1,500 yen (tax included)
Big Heart Afternoon Tea Set: 1,800 yen (tax included)
Patricia Afternoon Tea Set: 1,500 yen (tax included) Big Heart Afternoon Tea Set: 1,800 yen (tax included)

6. [Petting Experience] A moment with ducks bringing good luck
The popular ducks beloved at Lockheart Castle will appear in front of the castle twice a day.
"Taking a commemorative photo with ducks wearing a dress" is a highly photogenic shot that can only be taken here.
The popular characters of Lockheart Castle. Each one has a wonderful name. The castle, the dress, and the ducks.

7. [Recording Experience] Portrait art that leaves the story in a "shape"
You can experience portrait art by the popular portrait artist "Handananda".
The special moments spent at Lockheart Castle will be finished into a piece of art on the spot.
Couples and families can take home their memories as a one-of-a-kind piece of work in the world.
- May 6th only 10:00-16:00 (Last reception 15:00)
- Price: 3,500 yen per person (Additional 2,000 yen per person)
Drawing time about 15 minutes / person
- Advance reservations possible (TEL: 0279-63-2101)

■ Event Overview
- Period: During the Golden Week of 2026
- Venue: Lockheart Castle (Takayama Village, Gunma Prefecture)
- Target: All visitors including families, couples, and tourists

■ About Lockheart Castle
"Lockheart Castle" is an authentic castle (manor house) built in 1829 in Rosebank village, about 50 km southwest of Edinburgh, Scotland. In 1988, with the consent of former Soviet General Secretary Gorbachev, it arrived in Japan via the Trans-Siberian Railway in 30 containers, and...