Himeji: Himeji Castle Guided Tour – UNESCO Heritage Day Tours

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Highlights

Experience Kokoen Garden's serene ponds and seasonal blooms
Commemorate with a photo in front of the stunning castle tower
Enjoy the intact beauty of Himeji Castle unchanged for 400 years

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What to expect

Himeji Castle is a castle located in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. It is also known as Egret Castle due to its white exterior walls. Together with Kumamoto Castle and Matsumoto Castle, it is called the three famous cities in Japan. Due to its high degree of preservation, it is known as the No. 1 Castle in Japan and the first National Treasure Castle in Japan to be registered as a World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. Himeji Castle is located in the center of Himeji and is the main symbol of the city. Many period dramas and movies are also filmed here. Himeji Castle is located in the southern traffic hub of Hyogo Prefecture, with elegant style and many historical sites. It is a historical city in Japan. The castle consists of 83 buildings, it has a highly developed defense system and elaborate guards. Castles also contribute to our understanding of Japanese feudal culture that began during the Shogunate era.

What's included

Entry to Himeji Castle
Guide

Things to note

As the tour requires climbing over 100 steps inside the castle, we advise against booking for those who may have difficulty walkingNot suitable for:People with mobility impairmentsGood to know:As the tour requires climbing over 100 steps inside the castle

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