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Nijō Castle

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This wooden castle was built in 1603 and the grounds are lovely to stroll around, you can also pay more to go inside the castle itself too. Show your subway pass to get money off your entry ticket.

Address: 541 Nijōjōchō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8301, Japan

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