Nijo Castle

Nijo Castle in Kyoto is listed as a historical relic of Japan, and Ninomaru Palace is declared a national treasure by the Japanese government.

Nijo Castle is open to visitors all year round and is one of the most popular attractions of the old capital of Japan - Kyoto. Nijo Castle began construction in 1603 as the official residence of the Tokugawa Shoguns during their visits to Kyoto. The third shogun Iemitsu completed construction in 1626. He also moved several buildings from Fushimi Castle here. The castle covers an area of 275,000 square meters, it is surrounded by wide, water-filled moats.

Nijo Castle was built near the Imperial Palace, which was done deliberately. Nijo’s monumentality demonstrated the power and power of the Tokugawa House, he surpassed the Imperial Palace in both the area and beauty. His greatness was to dispel any doubts about the inviolability of the power of the Tokugawa shoguns.