The EAST gate.
-- OPEN --
-- CLOSED --
See my TINY kids?
Nijo Castle was built in 1626 to house the
Shogun's, or generals, of Japan.
The castle is unlike those we had visited
up to that point.
(Excuse me while I use my Interior Design terms)
It was a rambling RANCH style
rather than a multi-level dwelling.
We were unable to
take photos inside because of the
hand-painted papered walls.
The halls were wide with wood 'nightingale'
floors that squeaked, or chirped,
each time you stepped on them.
They were created this way, as a security device,
to detect anyone who may be sneaking
through the castle.
The rooms were large and well laid out
for the purpose of
receiving guests and storing weaponry.
The gardens were absolutely BEAUTIFUL!
The ride home was BEAUTIFUL as well.
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