Nijo Castle

Explore the historic Nijo-jo Castle, built in 1603, and marvel at the stunning golden folding screens inside the Honmaru-goten Palace.

In their own words: “Next is Nijo-jo Castle, located about a 15-minute bus ride from Kyoto Station. This castle was built in 1603 and has over 400 years of history. You can enter the Honmaru-goten Palace located in the middle of the grounds.”

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage castle, marvel at its "Nightingale Floors," and wander through its exquisite gardens to experience shogun history.

In their own words: “Nijo Castle, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, was built in the 17th century by the founder of the Edo Period, Tokugawa Ieyasu, as a residence for the military ruler called the shogun and as a symbol of the shogunate's power. The castle is notable for its beautiful gardens and the famous "Nightingale Floors," designed to squeak like nightingales when walked on, as a security measure.”