Nijo Castle

A flatland shogun palace famous for wooden floors that chirp like birds when walked on.

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Photo by Kenshi Kingami (https://unsplash.com/@kenshi_kingami) on Unsplash

Get directions +81 75-841-0096

Address: 541 Nijojocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8301
Hours: 8:45-17:00
Price: 1,300 yen adults
Nearest station: Tozai Subway Line, Nijojo-mae Station, right outside

Famous for its 'nightingale floors' that chirp underfoot as a security measure.

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