Among the many reconstructed buildings in Kyoto’s Imperial Palace, the most prestigious is the Shishinden (Hall for State Ceremonies), first built in the architectural style of the Heian Period (794-1185) to accommodate the Enthronement Ceremony.  Enthronement Ceremonies of Emperors Meiji, Taishō, and Shōwa were held in the present hall, and the Takamikura Imperial Throne for the Emperor as well as the Michodai August Seat of the Empress used for the ceremony are inside.  And as for now, some important court events such as the Kyoto Imperial Palace Tea Party hosted by the Emperor and Empress sometimes are celebrated here. The palace also receives state guests and introduces Japanese court culture to foreign dignitaries.  The postcard itself is a few decades old, and unused.  Grade: 1