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The name Honmaru designates the area surrounded by the inner moat of the Castle. The original palace in it was constructed in 1626 to house the Shogun and his retainers, and incorporated structures of Momoyama Period date (1573-1614) transferred from Fushimi Castle. Its five storied central tower, one located in the southwest corner of the complex, was struck by lightning and burned down in 1750. In 1893, the present structure was transferred to Nijo Castle from the Kyoto Imperial Palace. Originally built in 1847 as the residence of Prince Katsura, it remains an elegant example of courtly architecture. Consequently, it has been designated an Important Cultural Property. The palace is opened to the public for special viewing in the fall.
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