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Last additions - Iwakuni Castle 岩国城
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May 12, 2005
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Inside Iwakuni CastlePictures of famous bridges in Japan.May 12, 2005
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In the background, you can see the stone foundation of the main tower where it was originally located. The current castle tower is a reconstruction and slightly south of the original location, making it more visible on the mountain.May 12, 2005
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Castle observation deckMay 12, 2005
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Modern museum inside Iwakuni CastleIt is a museum.May 12, 2005
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The original castle was built by Lord Kikkawa Hiroie in 1608, after 8 years of construction. However, the castle had to be dismantled in 1615.May 12, 2005
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Close-up of Kintai-kyo BridgeMay 12, 2005
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View from Iwakuni CastleKintai-kyo Bridge is visible.May 12, 2005
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Gondola on left, castle on right.The castle is a short hike from the gondola station.May 12, 2005
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Iwakuni CastleMay 12, 2005
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Kintai-kyo Bridge and Iwakuni CastleMay 12, 2005
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The Kintaikyo Bridge originally led to the castle's front entrance.May 12, 2005
     
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