Nijo Castle

Shogunate castle in Kyoto, Japan (1603 CE), with ornate interiors and a nightingale floor.

Core Features

• Built with timber.
• Includes timber framing.

Architectural Connections

• Japanese: Regional tradition.
• Military: Fortified residence.

Related Elements & Sites

Himeji Castle (related site), Gate (element), Early Modern (period)

Record

Completed: 1603 CE

Location: Kyoto, Japan

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