What to know
Himeji (姫路) is best known for its spectacular castle, Himeji Castle, widely regarded as Japan's finest and most beautiful surviving feudal castle. It is a designated National Treasure and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
With a population of about half a million, Himeji is Hyogo Prefecture's second-largest city after Kobe. It is less than an hour from Osaka or Kyoto and a popular stop on the Sanyo Shinkansen line, ideal for trips from Tokyo or Kyoto to Hiroshima.
Visitor information
Practical details to check before planning this stop.
- Hours
- Closed
- Admission
- English name
- Visit Himeji
- Original name
- Himeji
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