Nagoya Castle

17th century1612Japan

CountryJapan

RegionNagoya

Period17th century

Year Built1612

About Nagoya Castle

One of the most important castles in Japan. The golden shachihoko (tiger-headed carp) on the roof are famous. Was the seat of the Owari branch of the Tokugawa clan. Destroyed in WWII and rebuilt in 1959 with modern construction.

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