Reconstructed Castle
◎ 100 Famous Castles
Nagoya Castle
名古屋城
The imposing seat of the Owari Tokugawa clan and the largest castle structure of the Edo period. Famous for the pair of golden shachi (tiger-headed carp) atop its roof. The main tower reconstruction project aims to recreate the original wooden interior.
| Japanese Name | 名古屋城 |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Aichi Prefecture (愛知県) |
| Region | Chubu (中部) |
| Castle Type | Flatland Castle |
| Year Built | 1612 |
| Designation | 100名城 |
| Coordinates | 35.1853, 136.8994 |