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  1. Himeji Castle (哈哈, Himeji-jō) ([çimeʑiꜜʑoː] ⓘ) is a hilltop Japanese castle complex situated in Himeji, a city in the Hyōgo Prefecture of Japan. The castle is regarded as the finest surviving example of prototypical Japanese castle architecture, comprising a network of 83 rooms with advanced defensive systems from the feudal ...

    • 1333, 1300 (Himeyama fort/castle), 1581 (expansion), 1601–1609 (expansion), 1617–1618 (expansion)
    • 46.4 m (152 ft)
  2. Himeji Castle is a national treasure and a world heritage site, with a six story wooden keep and a complex of over eighty buildings. It is a popular spot for cherry blossoms in early April and can be reached from Himeji Station in 15-20 minutes.

  3. May 28, 2019 · Himeji Castle, located in the town of Himeji in the Hyogo Prefecture of Japan, was built on a natural hilltop between 1581 and 1609 CE. The complex is composed of a maze-like arrangement of fortified buildings, walls, and gates, with a six-storey tower keep at its centre.

    • Mark Cartwright
  4. Himeji Castle is a 400-year-old seven-story castle with a 400-year-old seven-story main keep, a Japanese National Treasure and a World Heritage Site. The castle has over 1,000 cherry trees in its grounds, a Edo period-style Kokoen Garden, and a scenic moat with boat rides.

    • 68 Hon-machi, Himeji-shi, Hyogo-ken
  5. Himeji-jo is a 17th-century Japanese castle with 83 buildings and highly developed defence systems. It is a masterpiece of wood construction and a symbol of feudal power and culture.

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  7. Learn about the history and architecture of Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Japan's largest castle. See how the white-plastered walls, hidden defense systems, and stunning views make it a must-see attraction.

  8. Find out the latest information about Himeji Castle, the World Cultural Heritage and National Treasure. Learn about the admission fee, opening hours, access, guided tours, and drone prohibition.

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