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201751 minGdocumentary

Samurai Castle

201751 minGdocumentary

A 17th-century castle suffered extensive damage from earthquakes, yet its oldest stone walls remained intact while newer structures collapsed.

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A 17th-century castle suffered extensive damage from earthquakes, yet its oldest stone walls remained intact while newer structures collapsed.

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Kumamoto Castle, built in the 17th century, suffered severe damage from a series of earthquakes. The older stone walls survived, while the newer sections collapsed. Using 4K drone footage, the film presents a 3D model of the castle. This model illustrates the engineering skills of samurai warriors who designed the fortress. The documentary runs for 51 minutes and was released in 2017.

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