Echoes of Power: Nijo-jo Castle
Tracing the Steps of Shoguns in Kyoto’s Timeless Fortress
Stepping through the towering gates of Kyoto’s Nijo-jo Castle feels like entering a portal to Japan’s storied past. The weight of centuries—embodied in every stone, corridor, and cherry tree—presses in, reminding me that this castle has borne witness to Japan’s most pivotal moments. Wandering its halls and gardens, I couldn’t…
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