Himeji - Home to the World Heritage Site
Himeji is home to the World Heritage Site and National Treasure, Himeji Castle. As you exit JR Himeji Station, you will find the Egret Castle spreading its white wings, standing majestically at the end of a lively street with a lot of restaurants and stores.
It is only 30 minutes from Shin-Osaka to Himeji by Shinkansen and 50 minutes from Kyoto. Plan your trip to where the good old days and modern culture are well-mixed.
It is only 30 minutes from Shin-Osaka by Shinkansen and 50 minutes from Kyoto.
Himeji Castle
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Himeji Castle Cherry Blossom 2025 Forecast｜Must go to one of the "Top 100 Best Cherry Blossom Sites"!
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Top 7 Art and Literature Destinations Around Himeji Castle｜Featuring hidden Insta-worthy gems!
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Keepsake of Himeji Castle｜Why not collect the cool castle seal, medals, and stamps?
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Mar. 20 - Dec. 7, 2025｜Cruise the inner moat of Himeji Castle on a Japanese-style boat!
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9 Best Places to See Himeji Castle｜Get the perfect shoot with cherry blossoms or the replica of the killer whale, etc
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3 Restaurants with a View of Himeji Castle｜A green tea sweets store, restaurant where you can enjoy Kobe beef for lunch and dinner, etc
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TAKATANOBABA - Souvenir Shop right in front of Himeji Castle｜Selection of the top 10 souvenirs popular among foreign tourists!
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What are you doing in Himeji?｜Street interviews with 13 groups of foreign tourists traveling in Himeji!
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Himeji Castle in Each Season｜Introducing the scenery of the World Heritage Site in each season!
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5-Minute Read About the History of Himeji Castle｜When was it built? by whom? for what purpose? Why is it a World Heritage Site?
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Secrets of Himeji Castle｜Local people tell you the unknown history and legends of Himeji Castle!
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The Song of Himeji Castle "Egret Castle"｜Check out the heartwarming music video!
Interview
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FranceParisian woman reveling in freedom - Let’s go on an adventure like “Alice in Wonderland”! What is the best one found in Himeji?
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IndiaIndian Bonsai Otaku - What is the “Virtue of Humanity” that Japanese garden lovers learned from bonsai?
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FranceParisiennes who love ordinary days - Crossing Japan with the Seishun 18 Ticket! Exploring the roots and art of the region.
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SpainSpaniards who value compassion - Bushido, Samurai, Zen. What is the reason for living of a man who believes in Buddhism and Taoism?
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FranceLet's Interview World Travelers! - Fuji, USJ, or Himeji Castle!? What is the best spot for advanced travelers around the world?
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GermanTwo Beautiful Women from Germany - LEGO® of Himeji Castle brought them to Japan!
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United StatesUniversity Students from Texas - They got a cool souvenir with golden Himeji Castle on it!
