Overview
A mountain castle and a valley residence linked by the bridge; the rebuilt keep overhangs its lower storey.
About this place
Iwakuni Castle (岩国城, Iwakunijō) is a replica castle in Iwakuni, Yamaguchi, Japan. The nearby Kintai Bridge was originally a footbridge over the Nishiki River to the main gate of the castle.
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Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Key facts
Founded / opened：1608 Highlights / collection：Reconstructed Nanban-zukuri keep, Composition of hilltop and foothills Genre：Architecture
Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Official website
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Source kankou.iwakuni-city.net ↗Before you go
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