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Hemeji Castle (ひめじ）

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May 26th 2009
On Day 5, we went to Himeji Castle. This actually isn't the largest castle in Japan, but it is HUGE!! It was built I believe in the 15th century. The craftfulness and engineering seen from touring the complex is beyond belief. The way the architects built the castle and its perfectures marks excellent craftsmanship and meticulous building techniques. The castle exhibits special and hidden areas wh ... read more

Asia » Japan

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In 1603, a Tokugawa shogunate (military dictatorship) ushered in a long period of isolation from foreign influence in order to secure its power. For 250 years this policy enabled Japan to enjoy stability and a flowering of its indigenous culture. Fol... ... read more