Himeji Castle

Japan's best-preserved original castle

Duration

Half day

Entrance Fee

undefined Castle entrance ¥1,000; combined with Koko-en ¥1,050

Best Time

Year-round. Spring cherry blossoms spectacular. Early morning to avoid crowds.

Overview

Himeji Castle is Japan's most spectacular original castle and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known as "White Heron Castle" for its elegant white exterior, it survived WWII bombing and remains in original construction. The castle complex includes 83 buildings.

Highlights

Japan's best-preserved original castle
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Elegant white "White Heron" design
83 original buildings
Koko-en Garden nearby

Getting There

Nearby City

88 km away (NaN hours)

Nearby City

110 km away (NaN hours)

Location

Coordinates: 34.8394, 134.6939

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