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DESCRIPTION:Matsue City is steeped in history\, from carefully preserved sa
 murai residences and tea houses to the majestic fortress of <strong>Matsu
 e Castle</strong>. Completed in 1611\, Matsue Castle is one of only a few 
 castles in Japan to retain its original castle keep and is designated a na
 tional treasure. At this talk\, <strong>Matsue Mayor Akihito Uesada</stro
 ng> illuminates the city’s fascinating samurai history\, rich cultural 
 heritage and culinary treasures. The program includes an exclusive viewing
  of a historical reenactment video of the construction and establishment o
 f Matsue Castle. Previously only available on-site at the Matsue City Muse
 um\, this video is being shown for the first time outside Japan—at Japan
  Society. Attendees will also discover Matsue’s culture first-hand throu
 gh special on-stage demonstrations by some of the city’s highly skilled 
 craftspeople.\n\n<em>Followed by a reception featuring samples of some of 
 Matsue’s culinary specialties\, including a variety of delicious teas\, 
 sweets and sake. Attendees will receive a gift bag featuring products from
  Matsue.</em>
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SUMMARY:Get to Know Matsue: The Castle Town &amp\; Its Tea Culture
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