Inuyama Castle is one of Japan's oldest surviving castles, located in the city of Inuyama, Aichi Prefecture. Constructed in 1440, it stands on a small hill overlooking the Kiso River. The castle is renowned for its donjon (keep), which is an original structure dating back to the 16th century, making it a rare and valuable piece of Japanese history. Inuyama Castle has been designated a National Treasure, reflecting its historical significance and architectural excellence.
Meiji-mura in Inuyama, Japan, is an open-air architectural museum that showcases buildings from the Meiji period (1868-1912). The museum was established to preserve and display historical structures from this transformative era in Japanese history, during which the country underwent significant modernization and Westernization. Visitors to Meiji-mura can explore over 60 buildings, including homes, schools, churches, and even a prison, that have been relocated and reconstructed on the museum grounds.
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