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Hirosaki Castle Forza Horizon 6: completing the #CollecChâteau photo challenge

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Hirosaki Castle Forza Horizon 6: completing the #CollecChâteau photo challenge

Alexandre Jollier July 31, 2026 at 9:50 AM

In brief

The #CollecChâteau photo challenge asks you to shoot a collector sports car in front of Hirosaki Castle in Forza Horizon 6. Located in the northeast of the Takashiro region, the castle is easily reached via the eponymous Speed Trap — after that, it's just a matter of finding the right angle and the right car to pocket 100 Discovery Points and progress through the Italian Exotics series.

The #CollecChâteau photo challenge arrives with the Italian Exotics winter era of Forza Horizon 6. The idea: photograph a collector sports car in front of Hirosaki Castle. Up for grabs are Season Points and an Epic White Suit outfit. Nothing complicated, but you still need to know where to point your camera.

Where to find Hirosaki Castle

The castle is located in the north-eastern part of the Takashiro region, on the Japan map. If you've unlocked the Pink Bracelet, the fastest way is to fast travel directly to the Speed Trap event at Hirosaki Castle. Once loaded, the castle appears clearly in the background.

From there, drive straight ahead, then turn right as soon as you see an elevated path. You should end up right in front of the building to frame the photo.

Which car to use

The challenge requires a collector sports car. Filter your garage by this category to spot eligible models. Three vehicles have been tested and confirmed to work for this challenge:

Ford Capri RS3100 1973
Nissan Fairlady Z 432 1969 (the one we used for the screenshots)
Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R 1971 (obtainable for free in the Nangan region)
Toyota Sports 800 1965

If you're struggling to unlock one of these cars, the Skyline is probably the most accessible since it's tied to your progression in discovering Japan, not an in-game purchase.

What you get

If this is the first time you've photographed Hirosaki Castle, you'll earn 100 Discovery Points.

Completing the #CollecChâteau challenge also brings you closer to two Winter cars from the Italian Exotics series:

The Lancia 037 Stradale 1982, unlocked at 20 Season Points
The Ferrari Roma 2020, unlocked at 40 Season Points

Two beautiful collector's pieces for a challenge that ultimately takes just a few minutes once you know the location.

If you're stuck on another challenge this week, particularly the treasure hunt in the Hokubu region, a dedicated guide exists to get you out of trouble.

What's your biggest obstacle in this photo challenge?

Frequently asked questions

Where exactly is Hirosaki Castle located on the map?

It's located in the northeastern part of the Takashiro region in Japan. The fastest way is to fast travel to the Hirosaki Castle Speed Trap event if you've unlocked the Pink Wristband.

Which car should you use for this challenge?

You need a collector sports car. Among the tested and confirmed models: Ford Capri RS3100 1973, Nissan Fairlady Z 432 1969, Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R 1971, Toyota Sports 800 1965. The Skyline is the most accessible since it's obtained for free.

How many Season Points does this challenge award?

You earn 100 Discovery Points the first time you photograph the castle. Completing the challenge also brings you closer to two cars in the Italian Exotics series: the Lancia 037 Stradale 1982 (20 Points) and the Ferrari Roma 2020 (40 Points).

How do you properly frame the castle photo?

Once you arrive at the Speed Trap, drive straight ahead, then turn right as soon as you see an elevated path. You should end up right in front of the building for optimal framing.

What do you get for completing the challenge?

You unlock an Epic White Suit outfit and progress through your Italian Exotics season to access exclusive cars. The first photo also earns you 100 Discovery Points.

Key takeaways

Hirosaki Castle is located in the northeast of Takashiro, quickly accessible via the Speed Trap if you have the Pink Wristband.
A collector sports car is mandatory — the Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R 1971 remains the most accessible since it can be obtained for free.
First photo of the castle: 100 Discovery Points awarded, plus progress toward two beautiful cars in the Italian Exotics series.
The shooting angle requires precise positioning facing the building, reachable by driving straight then turning right onto the elevated path.
The challenge wraps up in a few minutes once you understand the location — nothing complicated, just some scouting.