Picture of Kumamoto Castle
Caption: KUMAMOTO
CASTLE 熊本城
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Caption: Kumamoto Castle is one of the most impressive castles in Japan.
With large castle grounds and a variety of buildings, it offers its visitors one of the most complete castle experiences in Japan.
Picture of Kumamoto Castle
Picture of Kumamoto Castle
Caption: Kumamoto Castle's history dates to 1467, when fortifications were established.
During centuries the castle became large and well fortified.
Picture of Kumamoto Castle
Picture of Kumamoto Castle
Caption: A unique attractions of Kumamoto Castle are an extravagant rooms in the reconstructed Honmaru Goten Palace.
Picture of Kumamoto Castle
Picture of Kumamoto Castle
Caption: Nice views of the castle grounds and surrounding city can be enjoyed from the top floor of the main tower.
Picture of Kumamoto Castle
Picture of Kumamoto Castle
Caption: The castle sustained damage due to several earthquakes in its history.
Only a few structures have survived the centuries since the castle's construction in 1607 intact.
Picture of Kumamoto Castle
Picture of Kumamoto Castle
Picture of Kumamoto Castle
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October 1, 2014
