Himeji Castle Kyoto Japan

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Himeji Castle is a hilltop Japanese castle complex located in Himeji. The castle is regarded as the finest surviving example of prototypical Japanese …

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Feb 2, 2025
This amazing architectural structure has stood the test of time & stands proudly within Himeji. From first entering the massive outer keep gates you get a feeling for what it's like to have lived wit…Full review by U8982CDkarenm
Jan 31, 2025
Himeji Castle is a truly iconic Japanese landmark that is both awe-inspiring and historically significant. Its stunning architecture, meticulous preservation, and beautiful surroundings make it a mus…Full review by Mike O
Jan 27, 2025
Amazing experience at the castle! If you see a volunteer tour guide, it's not a scam, please ask them for a tour. They're volunteers by the Volunteer Guide Association of Himeji Castle. Our tour gui…Full review by Karizza C
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Himeji Castle (姫路城 Himeji-jō?) is a hilltop Japanese castle complex located in Himeji, in Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan. The castle is regard…
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Dating back to 1609, Himeji Castle is one of the best-preserved examples of a feudal Japanese castle. Regarded as the largest castle in Japa…
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Himeji Castle is a hilltop Japanese castle complex situated in Himeji, a city in the Hyōgo Prefecture of Japan. The castle is regarded a…
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Hi. Four of us will arrive by cruise ship at Himeji Port at 10 am in early March. What would be the best way to visit the …
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Hi. Four of us will arrive by cruise ship at Himeji Port at 10 am in early March. What would be the best way to visit the Himeji Castle independently? I have read that we can catch a bus from the port.
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Not sure about how, I assume taxi . My only advice would be , as you’re going at blossom time as did we this year, to arrive as early as you can as queues build up quickly and entrance …
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Not sure about how, I assume taxi . My only advice would be , as you’re going at blossom time as did we this year, to arrive as early as you can as queues build up quickly and entrance was suspended for a while at lunchtime because of the crowds . The views from outside however are the best, and don’t miss the adjacent gardens that you can include on a combi ticket.
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I know this has been asked and answered several times before, but I feel like it needs to be updated given that Japan just …
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I know this has been asked and answered several times before, but I feel like it needs to be updated given that Japan just opened up recently from Covid closures. Are there luggage storage lockers as we are planning to stop on our way from Kyoto to Hiroshima? How much are they?
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So I nee to bring m own plastic bag for shoes
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Answer by Nitenite19 · Jun 16, 2024
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Hello. I would like to visit Himeji Castle around 6 pm. How close can I get to the castle at that time? Can I get to Bizenmaru …
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Hello. I would like to visit Himeji Castle around 6 pm. How close can I get to the castle at that time? Can I get to Bizenmaru for nice pictures or the gates are closed to some point? Thank you
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Hi Thanks for your question! I visited the castle at about 11:00 morning and spent about 3 hours there although I can see myself spending full day if not few days there I am very …
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Hi Thanks for your question! I visited the castle at about 11:00 morning and spent about 3 hours there although I can see myself spending full day if not few days there I am very sorry but I am not sure about visiting after hours I know for sure that they illuminate the castle at night and it's stunning but I m not sure about getting inside?! I am not Japanese so I didn't bother reading all rules written in Japanese If this is the only time you can come then may I suggest to get in touch with them on their web site and I am sure they will answer your question I am sorry I cannot be more helpful but it's the best I can do for you! Please make an effort to get inside as it's very very special experience to touch timber 400 years old which was maybe touched by great samurai warlords!! Good luck ABD I hope you can make it!!
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How easy is this to get from Kyoto?
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Very easy, you just go to the main train station in Kyoto. I think it was about an hour away.
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Hi. Can we bring small backpacks to the castle - is there a cloakroom to store them? Thank you.
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I took a day pack with me, put my shoes in it and was able to get around inside the castle with it and there are some low bridges to go through on ladders, everyone is carrying …
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I took a day pack with me, put my shoes in it and was able to get around inside the castle with it and there are some low bridges to go through on ladders, everyone is carrying their shoes. So if it is small, you should be ok.
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