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Himeji Castle, also known as the White Heron Castle, is both a Japanese National Treasure and a World Heritage Site. Its status as one of Japan's 12 remaining original castles makes this fortress a must for anyone wanting to explore the history of Japan.
【Notice】Full resumption of Himeji Castle English Guided tours! Himeji Castle has resumed English Guided tours for a limited number of days since Nov12th（Sat.）and, we are pleased to announce that the tour will fully resume on Mar.1st（Wed.）.
Step inside this castle of classic Japanese design. Explore the expansive grounds of this imposing yet beautiful structure and climb up the steep and narrow staircases to the top of the castle.
Himeji-jo is the finest surviving example of early 17th-century Japanese castle architecture, comprising 83 buildings with highly developed systems of defence and ingenious protection devices dating from the beginning of the Shogun period.
Castle and Town. Himeji Castle’s original fortifications extended beyond the main castle grounds to include several neighborhoods protected by moats and earthen embankments. This entire area was often collectively referred to as Himeji Castle.
Jul 14, 2023 · Himeji Castle is a majestic seventeenth-century fortress in Himeji, Hyōgo Prefecture. Well preserved and grand in scale and beauty, it is one of Japan’s most admired castles. It...
Built in the beginning of the 17th century when Japan's unique castle architectural techniques had reached their peak, Himeji Castle was the first in Japan to be registered as a UNESCO Cultural World Heritage in 1993 as well as designated as a National Treasure in 1951.
