Nagoya Castle was almost completely destroyed during air raids in World War II. The current castle was rebuilt in 1959. Its most distinctive feature is the pair of golden shachihoko on the roof of the main keep, which are also a symbol of Nagoya.
Nagoya Castle | Review by Jason Chen
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