Finally, after the long walk from the garden entrance, we've arrived at the castle itself. The present Okayama Castle has a black exterior earning its name as The Crow Castle but prior to war the original castle was burnt down WWII, so reconstruction was made 1966. The castle's roof has gilded golden tiles so it was also called The Golden Castle, overlooking from the bridge you'll see this guide going to castle entrance.
Huge entrance to the castle...
Still an impressive black exterior although this castle is only a replica of
the original Crow Castle
My photographer is good! I managed to get a solo minus other tourists since
everyone wants for a solo upfront the castle. Thank you Mier-san!
O hairi kudasai
I was actually expecting more about this 6-floor castle but surprised to see elevator and few souvenir shops inside! This is in fact a modern museum inside. There were displays of samurai sword, traditional warrior suit. You can also have your photo taken wearing kimono here, but too bad not able to snap a photo on it.
In my palanquin here..feeling like a Noble Princess, I'll treasure this photo as Sacho-san willingly pretended to be one of my eunuchs! Haha..
Not sure what this is, a gong?or table?
At the top most of the castle overlooking Asahi River.
We took the elevator down to appreciate once more the beauty of the castle, it was almost dusk so we walked back to the garden exit to drive back to Kobe. It was a long day for all of us, but for me, still not yet over of the beauty that is Japan.
Coming up Back to Kobe-shi, Japan
Love,
itsmelory (^.^)
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