Kyoto

Admire the vividly colored carvings of the Karamon gate, the Ninomaru Palace where the shogun conducted government and ceremony, and the celebrated Ninomaru Garden shaped by Daoist Horai ideals. Immerse yourself in Nijo Castle’s grandeur and beauty.

A complete guide to Nijo Castle’s Higashi-Otemon (East Main Gate), the Guardhouse (Bansho), Southeast Corner Turret, Tsukiji earthen-plastered walls, and the South Gate. Discover rich historical context, architectural highlights, and the best photo spots throughout the grounds!

Savor the structural elegance and ceremonial spaces of “Higashi-bashi,” a symbol of Nijo Castle’s defenses and prestige, and the only surviving Honmaru-era structure, the “Honmaru Yaguramon”—brought to life with photos and rich historical context.