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Katsuyama castle museum

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nobita468 on December 9, 2009

Katsuyama Castle Museum proudly displays a collection of artifacts from Japan and China, some of which date back 700 years. The castle itself is five tiered and contains 10 floors. At 57.8 meters, measured from the bottom rock wall to the top of the fish adorning the roof, Katsuyama Castle is the tallest in Japan. On display in the exhibition rooms are numerous historical and cultural Japanese artifacts, including a sword constructed during the Kamakura era. Besides various exhibition rooms, the castle also has a tea ceremony room and a library. From the sixth floor observatory there is a commanding view of Echizen Daibutsu, Katsuyama City and surrounding areas; even Mt. Hakusan can be seen.

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Photo taken in Heisenjicho Heisenji, Katsuyama, Fukui Prefecture 911-0822, Japan

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  • Uploaded on December 9, 2009
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    by nobita468
    • Camera: RICOH RICOH R8
    • Taken on 2009/12/06 12:15:46
    • Exposure: 0.003s (1/310)
    • Focal Length: 5.00mm
    • F/Stop: f/3.300
    • ISO Speed: ISO100
    • Exposure Bias: -0.30 EV
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