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Castles

Japan's castles are masterworks of wood and stone. They bristled with defences and functioned as symbols of authority. Today they are cherished local landmarks and popular tourist spots. With their architectural elegance and ingenious fortification, castles have long played a prominent role in Japan. Our expert guest this time is Yoshihiro Senda, the president of Nara University and an archaeologist who specializes in castles.

English
  • Originally Aired June 5, 2014
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Network NHK
  • Created June 10, 2015 by
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