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A joint exhibition with the Nijo Castle office tracing the castle from the Keicho to the Kan'ei era, with a copy of the Kan'ei construction plans, the Shogun's Journey to Kyoto scroll, and scrolls of the imperial visit to Nijo Castle.

Dates

Oct 31 (Sat) – Jan 17 (Sun)

Hours

09:00 – 17:00 (details on the official site)

Venue

Kyoto City Archives, First Floor Gallery

Nearest station

Jingu-Marutamachi

Admission

Free

About this event

A joint exhibition with the Nijo Castle office tracing the castle from the Keicho to the Kan'ei era, with a copy of the Kan'ei construction plans, the Shogun's Journey to Kyoto scroll, and scrolls of the imperial visit to Nijo Castle.

Highlights

• A copy of the Kan'ei-era construction plans of the castle
• The Shogun's Journey to Kyoto scroll from Kyoto University Museum
• Scrolls of the Kan'ei imperial visit to Nijo Castle
• A keep drawing of Yodo Castle for comparison

Good for

History fans pairing it with Nijo Castle.

Good to know before you go

• Closed Mondays, national holidays and Dec 28 to Jan 4

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FAQ

What is Special Exhibition: Nijo Castle and the Founding of the Edo Shogunate, the Kyoto Castle from Keicho to Kan'ei?

A joint exhibition with the Nijo Castle office tracing the castle from the Keicho to the Kan'ei era, with a copy of the Kan'ei construction plans, the Shogun's Journey to Kyoto scroll, and scrolls of the imperial visit to Nijo Castle.

When is Special Exhibition: Nijo Castle and the Founding of the Edo Shogunate, the Kyoto Castle from Keicho to Kan'ei?

From Oct 31 (Sat) to Jan 17 (Sun), 2027.

What are the opening hours?

09:00 – 17:00 (details on the official site)

How much does it cost?

Free

Where is it and what is the nearest station?

Kyoto City Archives, First Floor Gallery. The nearest station is Jingu-Marutamachi.

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