Himeji-jo

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Himeji-Shi, 28 Japan
OverviewHimeji-jo is the finest surviving example of early 17th-century Japanese castle architecture, comprising 83 buildings with highly developed systems of defence and ingenious protect... more
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I decided on a whim to visit Himeji Castle because my guidebook stated that it was one of 5 remaining original condition castles (that...more
For anyone who wants a feel a historical part of Japan, this is it. It was just awsome to roam around in the castle at my own pace. By...more
I have been told for the three years I have lived in Japan that Himeji Castle is a must see, and the finest castle in Japan. Having finally...more

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  • Himeji-jo

    Himeji-jo is the finest surviving example of early 17th-century Japanese... more

    UNESCO World Heritage Centre
  • Himeji-jo

    Do you know a palace garden with thousands of delicate pink blossoming... more

    Trip Wolf
Nearby CitiesOsaka, Japan (53.1 miles) | Kyoto, Japan (65.0 miles) | Kobe, Japan (28.1 miles) | Nara, Japan (76.8 miles) | Okayama, Japan (52.5 miles)
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