[Ehime/Himeji🇯🇵] Himeji Castle, one of Japan's top 10 castles

Himeji Castle, a representative Japanese castle towering over Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, is a National Treasure and a World Heritage Site. 🏰
Its greatest appeal lies in its elegant, gleaming white appearance and overwhelming historical value. 🤍

The first thing that catches your eye is its elegant castle tower, reminiscent of a white heron swooping down, also known as "White Heron Castle" due to its beautiful white plaster exterior.
Compared to other Japanese castles, its magnificent and sophisticated exterior continues to captivate many visitors. ✨
Furthermore, Himeji Castle is a renowned castle, brimming with defensive ingenuity from the Sengoku period.
Its complex, maze-like passageways and remnants of defense mechanisms are a must-see for castle and history enthusiasts.

The grounds are also home to numerous beautiful gardens, turrets, and stone walls, and the changing scenery with each season is another attraction.
Enjoy the contrast of the cherry blossoms in full bloom and the pure white castle in spring, the autumn leaves in fall, and the snow-covered scenery in winter—all year round, you can enjoy different beauty.

The castle tower also offers a 360-degree panoramic view of Himeji city and the distant mountains, captivating visitors with its beautiful views. 👀
The illuminated Himeji Castle offers a magical atmosphere that is different from the daytime, making a stroll at night highly recommended. 🌃

📍Address: 68 Honmachi, Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture 670-0012
🕰Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Post by yuzucha | Sep 18, 2025