3.1K views · 112 reactions | The Iwakuni Castle was originally constructed by Kikkawa Hiroie from 1601 to 1608 as his own castle, but was later dismantled per the order - one castle per province - in 1615. A replica of the castle now stands on top of the hill above Nishiki River and Kintai Bridge. If you haven't been there yet, come out and see the sights! | AFN Iwakuni | Facebook

4.6K views · 50 reactions | 243 YEARS STRONG: MCAS Iwakuni honored men and women from the Marine Corps history past and present with an annual uniform pageant. #MarineCorpsBirthday #UniformPageant MCAS Iwakuni - Japan | U.S. Forces Japan (在日米軍司令部) | AFN Iwakuni | Facebook

SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: The Kintai Bridge was constructed in 1673 and is a huge part of the local history in Iwakuni. The bridge crosses the Nishiki River and is surrounded by various vendors and a beautiful park. If you haven't been there yet, come out and see the sights! | AFN Iwakuni