Statements (265)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
gptkb:castle |
| gptkbp:accessibility |
gptkb:Himeji_Station
|
| gptkbp:architectural_style |
Japanese architecture
Japanese castle architecture |
| gptkbp:artistic_vision |
in paintings and literature
|
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:feudal_system
the Sengoku period the samurai class |
| gptkbp:attracts |
tourists
|
| gptkbp:built |
gptkb:Akamatsu_Norimura
14th century a hill Himeyama hill beginning of the 14th century |
| gptkbp:built_in |
14th century
|
| gptkbp:completed |
1609
|
| gptkbp:constructed_in |
gptkb:Akamatsu_Norimura
14th century wood and stone |
| gptkbp:construction_material |
wood and stone
|
| gptkbp:contains |
hundreds of rooms
a main keep (tenshu) |
| gptkbp:contains_story |
gptkb:6
|
| gptkbp:cultural_events |
held throughout the year
|
| gptkbp:cultural_influence |
in Japanese architecture
|
| gptkbp:cultural_property_designation |
gptkb:historical_artifacts
|
| gptkbp:cultural_representation |
in Japanese folklore
|
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
symbol of Japanese heritage
|
| gptkbp:defense_mechanism |
gptkb:towers
moats |
| gptkbp:depicted_in |
gptkb:artworks
|
| gptkbp:designated_as |
gptkb:National_Treasure_of_Japan
gptkb:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site a Special Historic Site a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993 |
| gptkbp:famous_event |
Cherry blossom viewing
|
| gptkbp:famous_for |
its cherry blossoms
its white exterior its defensive architecture white exterior its intricate wooden interiors its panoramic views from the top |
| gptkbp:featured_in |
gptkb:video_games
various anime and manga |
| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:tenshu
moats multiple defensive systems moats and stone walls white plastered walls a main keep a series of gates white plaster walls |
| gptkbp:filming_location |
gptkb:The_Last_Samurai
|
| gptkbp:floors |
gptkb:6
|
| gptkbp:has |
gptkb:historical_significance
a rich history a moat multiple levels multiple defensive systems a large courtyard multiple gates a unique architectural style a complex of buildings a unique roof design a unique architectural design a main keep a rich collection of artifacts a complex layout a large number of visitors annually a unique color scheme a panoramic view from the top a series of gates a beautiful view from the top a steep stone path a unique history of construction and renovation. a white exterior a complex defense system |
| gptkbp:has_a_main_keep_called |
gptkb:tenshu
|
| gptkbp:has_been |
a national treasure
featured in films restored multiple times preserved over centuries |
| gptkbp:has_been_restored |
traditional methods
|
| gptkbp:has_natural_feature |
roof design
|
| gptkbp:height |
approximately 46 meters
|
| gptkbp:historical_period |
gptkb:Edo_period
|
| gptkbp:historical_role |
military stronghold
|
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
one of Japan's best-preserved castles
|
| gptkbp:historical_site |
gptkb:military_architecture
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Himeji Castle
|
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
Chinese architecture
|
| gptkbp:inspiration |
other castles in Japan
|
| gptkbp:is |
a UNESCO World Heritage Site
a cultural heritage site a popular tourist destination a site of architectural study a site for educational tours a site of historical significance a venue for festivals a site for cultural events a national historic site a site for historical reenactments a popular subject for photography a subject of many documentaries a popular destination for international tourists a site of historical preservation efforts a prominent historical site a representation of samurai culture a popular location for school trips a symbol of resilience and strength a landmark of Japanese architecture a major cultural asset a representation of Japan's feudal past a significant example of Japanese castle design a symbol of Himeji city a well-preserved example of a Japanese castle one of Japan's most visited landmarks |
| gptkbp:is_a |
gptkb:tourist_attraction
gptkb:cultural_heritage_site popular tourist destination UNESCO site |
| gptkbp:is_a_popular_spot_for |
film and television shoots
|
| gptkbp:is_a_prime_example_of |
Japanese castle architecture
|
| gptkbp:is_a_representation_of |
gptkb:Japanese_culture
feudal Japan Japanese castle design |
| gptkbp:is_a_showcase_of |
tourists in Japan
|
| gptkbp:is_a_site_for |
cultural events
educational tours |
| gptkbp:is_a_site_of |
cultural significance
historical reenactments |
| gptkbp:is_a_subject_of |
historical studies
|
| gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of |
Japanese feudal history
Japanese heritage Japanese resilience |
| gptkbp:is_a_venue_for |
cultural events
|
| gptkbp:is_accessible_by |
gptkb:public_transport
gptkb:public_transportation |
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
the samurai era
|
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
gptkb:Japanese_literature
|
| gptkbp:is_considered |
a national symbol
one of Japan's most beautiful castles the finest surviving example of Japanese castle architecture |
| gptkbp:is_considered_to_be |
a masterpiece of Japanese architecture
|
| gptkbp:is_displayed_in |
the World Heritage List
|
| gptkbp:is_documented_in |
gptkb:historical_texts
|
| gptkbp:is_famous_for |
its cherry blossoms
|
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
gptkb:UNESCO's_World_Heritage_List
gptkb:UNESCO's_Memory_of_the_World_Register tourist guides Japanese art and literature Japanese films UNESCO promotional materials |
| gptkbp:is_home_to |
various cultural events
|
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
gptkb:its_beauty
gptkb:defensive_structure panoramic views its strategic location its stunning architecture beautiful gardens its intricate woodwork its defensive architecture its elegant silhouette its intricate wooden carvings its defensive features |
| gptkbp:is_located_in |
gptkb:Hyogo_Prefecture
gptkb:Himeji |
| gptkbp:is_located_near |
gptkb:Mount_Shosha
|
| gptkbp:is_maintained_by |
the Himeji City Board of Education
the Himeji City |
| gptkbp:is_managed_by |
the Himeji City Board of Education
|
| gptkbp:is_often_compared_to |
other famous castles in Japan
other Japanese castles |
| gptkbp:is_often_described_as |
the finest surviving example of Japanese castle architecture.
|
| gptkbp:is_often_featured_in |
travel guides
|
| gptkbp:is_open_to |
the public
|
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:Hyogo_Prefecture
gptkb:Historic_Monuments_of_Ancient_Kyoto gptkb:Himeji_City Japanese history the Himeji Castle complex the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto Japanese heritage preservation efforts the Japanese cultural landscape |
| gptkbp:is_popular_among |
gptkb:photographers
|
| gptkbp:is_popular_for |
gptkb:photography
|
| gptkbp:is_popular_in |
gptkb:documentaries
gptkb:tourist_destination gptkb:Japanese_art gptkb:photography |
| gptkbp:is_promoted_by |
local tourism boards
|
| gptkbp:is_protected_by |
Japanese law
|
| gptkbp:is_recognized_as |
a symbol of Japan
a national treasure of Japan |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_by |
the Japanese government
a cultural property |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
gptkb:its_beauty
its strategic location |
| gptkbp:is_surrounded_by |
gptkb:gardens
a historic town a moat moats a park a large park a large garden |
| gptkbp:is_targeted_at |
the Siege of Himeji
|
| gptkbp:is_used_in |
the movie ' The Last Samurai'.
|
| gptkbp:is_visited_by |
tourists from around the world
cherry blossom season over 3 million people annually the cherry blossom season |
| gptkbp:key_feature |
Japanese feudal architecture
Japanese defensive architecture |
| gptkbp:known_as |
gptkb:Shirasagi_Castle
gptkb:Shirasagijo |
| gptkbp:known_for |
Japanese architecture
its well-preserved architecture its white exterior its well-preserved complex |
| gptkbp:landmark |
gptkb:Japanese_culture
gptkb:Himeji_City yes |
| gptkbp:located_in |
gptkb:Himeji
gptkb:Himeji,_Japan |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Himeji,_Japan
Himeji, Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan |
| gptkbp:nickname |
gptkb:White_Heron_Castle
Shirasagijo (White Heron Castle) |
| gptkbp:notable_feature |
gptkb:Kokoen_Garden
the main keep (tenshu) the white plaster walls |
| gptkbp:notable_visitor |
gptkb:Emperor_Showa
|
| gptkbp:parks |
gptkb:Himeji_Castle_Park
|
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:Historic_Monuments_of_Ancient_Kyoto
|
| gptkbp:photography |
visitors
|
| gptkbp:preservation_efforts |
ongoing
|
| gptkbp:previous_name |
gptkb:Himeyama_Castle
|
| gptkbp:recognized_by |
gptkb:Japan's_Agency_for_Cultural_Affairs
|
| gptkbp:renovated |
gptkb:2010
gptkb:2015 1609 in the 17th century |
| gptkbp:renowned_for |
its preservation
|
| gptkbp:restoration |
gptkb:2010
|
| gptkbp:strategy |
multiple gates
|
| gptkbp:surrounding_area |
gptkb:Kokoen_Garden
gptkb:Himeji_City |
| gptkbp:surrounding_cities |
stone walls
|
| gptkbp:surrounding_features |
gptkb:moat
|
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
Japanese feudal history
Japanese resilience |
| gptkbp:tourist_attraction |
yes
|
| gptkbp:unesco_world_heritage_site |
gptkb:1993
gptkb:Japanese_culture gptkb:historical_significance yes its cultural significance cultural heritage. |
| gptkbp:used_in |
films and television shows
films and television |
| gptkbp:viewing_platform |
top of the main keep
|
| gptkbp:visitors |
over 3 million annually
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Japan
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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