Nijo Castle (Nijo-jo), Kyoto

Nijo Castle is located on Nijo-dori in Kyoto, on the site of the Heian-era Imperial Palace. Although there are extensive grounds, a moat and some stone walls, it doesn't look much like a castle these days.

Nijo Castle Ninomaru Garden

Nijo Castle's Ninomaru Garden.

Nijo Castle Entrance

Nijo Castle entrance.

Nijo Castle entrance carving

Wooden carving above the entrance to Nijo Castle.

Nijo Castle moat

Nijo Castle moat.

Nijo Castle lantern

Stone lantern at Nijo Castle.

Nijo Castle foliage

Autumn foliage beside Nijo Castle's moat.

Nijo Castle view

View from the ramparts of Nijo Castle.

Nijo Castle wall

A section of wall at Nijo Castle.

Nijo Castle pond

Nijo Castle pond.

Nijo Castle leaves

Autumn leaves at Nijo Castle.