The most beautiful and majestic castle in Japan - a must see. It's also very large and a unique feature is that they allow you to not just enter the castle but you climb all the floors to the top where there's a shrine and nice views of the area. Large castle grounds and garden also deserve some time, both are beautiful. It's a popular destination for tourists but given the size of the property and the steep ascent to the top of the castle, it's not terribly busy. On a weekday morning, we purchased tickets at the gate, included the garden pass, and there was no wait or lines.

A must-see place. On the outside it looks similar to the Osaka Castle so I did not expect much. But inside this is a completely different story: original layout (only the staircase has been added to allow the flow of tourists). We were lucky as a free guide offered us a tour when we bought tickets. And it was genuinely for free. Eventually we learned a lot about the history of the castle and were shown the best places to take pictures.

An absolute must visit if you're in Japan. The castle is in immaculate shape, as are the gardens that accompany it. I recommend buying the combination ticket that will allow you to go to those gardens. If you do decide to ascend all six stories of the main keep, be prepared to navigate steep and narrow staircases, taller people are definitely going to have a more difficult time going up and down these staircases.

The best castle I've visited so far in Japan! The inside is beautifully preserved, you really feel like you're stepping back in time. Yes, it was quite busy but it didn't affect my visit too much - if you'd rather avoid crowds maybe go earlier in the day. The gardens are very impressive and a nice setting to just go for a stroll, but I still recommend paying a bit extra and getting the combined ticket for the castle and the nearby Koko-en Garden. A fun day out and doable as a day trip from Kyoto or Osaka.

Excellent place for a day trip from Kobe! Amazing big park, a smaller garden with blooming trees inside inner castle walls. However, I won't recommend visiting the big castle itself, climbing the 5 floors of it. Inside, everything looks almost the same... You are climbing the old leaders with a crowd of people just to pass it quickly, because there's nothing new or interesting. The smaller castle of the princess was much more interesting! It's definitely worth visiting. Be careful, it's working only until 16:30.

It really goes without saying that this is one of the most beautiful and essential must see locations in all of Japan. The castle is gorgeous, well maintained, and clean. Having visited over 30 castles in Japan, I can confirm that it truly is the best. Located a short train ride from Kobe or Osaka, it is absolutely worth the time to go see.

This place can only ever get top marks from me! To my mind, the most beautiful and appealing castle in the whole country, set on a commanding raised base so as to be visible from almost the whole city. Although there is little inside the keep itself, the view from the top is still very nice, though perhaps the diversion if you are short on time. Instead, enjoy the castle from the outside and walk through the warren of pathways, multitude of gardens and large, open spaces that make this such a wonderful site to visit.

So beautiful and worth the day trip from Osaka. I loved it so much and loved learning about the princess that once resided there. It’s worth getting a ticket to the gardens next door as well as it’s relaxing and a cute spot to take photos as well. Staff is very helpful and you find yourself obsessed with taking pictures of this castle. It’s just so pretty!

One of the greatest tourist attractions in the world. It is beautiful, fascinating and authentic. You are allowed to roam around without a lot of restrictions. Unlike many of the castles in Japan, it is all original, not a 20th Century concrete replica (although it was taken down and rebuilt with new beams as necessary) in the 1960s or so. It is interesting to climb through the many stories and see the various rooms and defensive tools. Plan for 4 hours at least so you can see the outbuildings and gardens. We visited on a Friday in May. Lovely weather and not overcrowded at all.

My visit to Himeji Castle in Japan on a weekday afternoon was fantastic. There were no queues, and the ticket machine made entry convenient. The castle itself is incredible and rightfully a UNESCO World Heritage site. Just a heads up, it's a preserved old building with six floors to climb up stairs and no lift, so be prepared for some physical activity. Other than that, it's a wonderful experience!

Himeji Castle, often dubbed the White Heron Castle, is an absolute marvel! Its pristine white facade stands as a testament to architectural splendor and historical significance. In my opinion, it's the most stunning castle in Japan. The sheer elegance and beauty of this structure are unparalleled. Visiting Himeji Castle is like stepping into a fairytale, where the charm of its design and the stories held within its walls transport you to another time. A must-see destination for anyone exploring Japan's rich cultural heritage!

This castle is truly amazing—easily one of the most impressive I've visited. You'll spend around 2 hours here, ascending stairs through all 7 floors after removing your shoes. The view from the top is breathtaking. I highly recommend visiting this stunning castle

The very first UNESCO world heritage site in all of Japan and the largest castle in all of Japan. Also the most visited and the most popular castle in all of Japan. When I first made it to the city of Himeji and got off from Himeji Station after taking the Shinkansen, the first thing that stood out was this. The castle is so huge that you can see it from within the station. Usually flooded with tourists and also lots of school trips, so it's definitely very busy, just like most tourist spots. Otherwise, this castle is beautiful. Even the walls and other towers, turrets, buildings, and houses within the castle have been well preserved.

A truly beautiful castle with intact interior. Easy day trip from Kyoto or Osaka by JR line. Castle is visible from the train station and a straight 10-15 min walk up to the park grounds. Came on April 5 2024 and there was a festival on and around the park grounds. Beautiful Sakura everywhere (peak bloom time) made the castle even more beautiful. Admission was 1000 yen for adult and 300 for student. West garden inside offered great views of the castle with cherry blossoms all around. Need to remove shoes to visit interior areas so be sure to wear good socks (they provided plastic bags to carry shoes). West turrets and hallway worth visiting with stories of princess. Main castle was a short climb up but got very crowded mid day. Stairs inside are narrow and might be a tough climb for some, with low head clearance sometimes requiring some ducking. Top floor is small but with great views and a small shrine - definitely crowded at times so staff had to limit crowds with some queues and waiting to go up final sets of stairs. Still an amazing experience! Would allocate a few hours to truly explore this amazing castle.

Lots of stairs inside so be prepared. You will have to take your shoes off before entering the castle. On the cooler days the wooden floor can be quite cold. Never destroyed by any war or earthquake, therefore you can visit it in it's original form. Views from the top are amazing. Public toilets are available in the park around the castle.

If you are in Japan, it is almost certainly worth your time and money to get to Himeji and see the castle. Even the experience or arriving at the train station and seeing the castle high on the hill in the distance was incredible and it just got more effective as we walked towards it. The building itself is one thing, taking the tour through the internal floors all the way to the top room of the castle gives so much insight and into the long and storied history of this remarkable building. Beyond that, the grounds and other ancillary buildings surrounding the caste are equally compelling in their history, I believe one could easily make an entire day out of a visit here and it is literally a 10 minute walk from the bullet train.

Must visit!! As you step out of the Hemeji station, you are greeted with the beautiful view of the castle. Such a memorable and welcoming experience ❤️. The castle ground is approximately 10 minutes walk from the station. There is a fee of 1050¥ for the entrance of the castle and the garden. Lots of STEEP and straight up stairs to climb. It’s a great workout for your knees!! Be sure to give yourself enough time to explore the magnificent building and garden as it closes at 4pm. There were so much to absorb. This well kept castle was a true beauty!! You can feel the sturdiness of the floor when walked on. The rooms are empty and there are staff on site to provide guidance if needed. Walking through the castle and into each room allows you to go back in time to experience what it might be like to stay there. Be sure to take your time to read over the facts as they are interesting and informative. The view from the top is as beautiful as the building itself. Highly recommended!!!

What a beautiful place! This castle has a fascinating history and has been kept in pristine condition. My recommendation is climbing the staircases all the way to the top for a great view but beware - the stairs are steep and there are very low overhanging beams so you have to bend down a lot! The grounds also provide nice walking areas and there's several stores selling sueveniers and snacks. There's vending machines for cold drinks and a visitor's center for assistance.

We really enjoyed our visit to Himeji castle. Between this and Osaka castle, this one was worth the admission fee. I loved that the inside was more reflective of the history and the descriptions of architecture were fascinating. We paid the ticket that also covered the garden and it was definitely worth it!

I visited here on Marine Day so it’s full of people but it was great. There are many people in line to climb the stairs in the castle together 😅 I enjoyed wandering around the castle and exploring inside the castle. I came here during summer and the sun was so strong so please prepare a bottle of water and if you wanna go inside you have to take off your shoes and put them in a plastic bag and you have to carry them during the tour so please prepare the easy-to-wear shoes. PS I recommend you buy a combined ticket, the garden was so awesome!!!

Extraordinary views, worth a day trip from Osaka or Kyoto if in the area. It's insane the work Japan has done to preserve and restore this castle. It really feels like stepping into a different era when you see this white castle far off in the distance. It's presence is not imposing, but rather gracious and beautiful. You can see most of this and through the castle within 2 hours. Another hour or so if you're stopping for photos every 15 steps. The stairs get taller and steeper the further you go up in the castle. So those with vertigo or not good with stairs- I would practice getting your steps in on the metro subway, or just admire it from outside. The top floor gives you nice views, while walking through the interior makes you wonder what it was like back then. Bring a portable neck fan if you visit during the summer and don't like the heat.

It was my second trip to this beautiful castle. It's always and enjoyable day out here for the whole family. It's not a lot of walking so don't be worried if that's your concern. The walk itself through the castle and then up through the inner floors of the castle only takes about 1 hour. But you can of course spend more time if you wish. I would recommend going earlier in the morning rather than afternoon if you wish to avoid crowds.

Beautiful castle both in the daytime and at night. It is illuminated until midnight every day. Walking up to the main keep itself will involve several ramps and stairs, whilst the interior has around six storeys but rewarding views from the top and a completely original/preserved vibe compared to Osaka Castle which has a modern interior.

I came here during January of 2024, and I was blown away by the rich history and beauty of this world-famous castle. Even though my visit was “out of season” and during the winter, I enjoyed walking around leisurely to soak in all the wonders of this place. If I recall, Himeji Castle is Japan’s largest castle, and it took me over an hour just to get around the main parts. I can only imagine how much more beautiful this place would be in the spring with all the blossoming Sakura trees! As for the castle itself, I think there’s something here that interests both history buffs and those fascinated with architectural design. The main keep of the castle is filled with steep stairs with some low clearances, so heads up (or down) if you’re planning on going inside!

Visited 4/5/24 - For cherry blossoms, now is a great time to go as many parts of the park/complex are in full bloom. The castle was super crowded and I debated not going up even though I paid, but I’m glad I did because the view from the top was great. It’s a real party in the park outside the paid area and the atmosphere is fun and lively.

One of the must see tourist points in Japan especially in Spring. Well known as the White Castle. Although the trees in the park are not yet fully blossoming, it’s still a very beautiful place to visit. And many local people come for picnicking even on weekdays. There are big parking lots around this area average cost 500 yen for 3 hours.

Lucky enough to be here in cherry blossom season and it's seriously stunning. The castle tour was very basic but the grounds and gardens are very picturesque and memorable. A great place for a picnic under the cherry blossom trees. Buy your tickets in advance! I arrived just before 9 AM and waited about 30 minutes but the queue quadrupled by the time I went through the gates. Its a shoes off situation so wear warm socks if you get cold easily.

It was really cool being able to walk into the castle and see what ancient mega structures look like from the inside. You are able to walk all the way to the top of the inner keep and see all the inner workings of a real Japanese castle. It can take up to 30 minutes to get up to the top depending on the crowds. The stairs are also pretty steep. The castle grounds also offer spectacular views.

Far more photogenic and picuresque than Osaka Castle. One of my favourite castles in Japan. Can get crowded at times. May be a bit of a bother for people to visit the castle as Himeji itself is rather small city with not much else for tourists. But it is perfect for folks who like small quiet towns since many visitors to Himeji Castle are day trippers and leave at the end of the day.

What a beautiful castle and place. Highly recommend visiting. The whole castle is in pristine shape. If do go and you go inside the castle be prepared to take off your shoes as they have a no shoe policy inside the castle. The wood is immaculate and super clean. Worth the visit!

Beautiful set of gardens - even in winter, I felt the tranquility across the space with sound of trickling water from the mini falls. Good place to chill at the tea house after a long walk and let the peace from the garden wash over you. I bet this place would be incredible in spring with everything blossoming all around. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Very interesting garden with lots of pond. Very relaxing. Try to visit this place early in the morning or late afternoon. Mid day during summer time is way too hot.

Beautiful castle gardens right outside Himeji-jō. Combo tickets can be bought at the entrance of the castle or directly at the garden. Inside the garden there is a tea house place where you can be served a green (matcha) tea for 500¥ which I highly recommend! Refreshing place, loved it.

A stunning traditional Japanese garden located near Himeji Castle. Here's a guide to exploring Koko-en: 1. Entrance and Ticketing: Upon arrival, purchase your admission ticket at the entrance gate. The ticket also includes entry to Himeji Castle, making it a convenient combination ticket for visitors planning to explore both attractions. 2. Garden Layout: Koko-en comprises nine distinct gardens, each designed in a different style, showcasing the beauty of Japanese landscape architecture. Take a leisurely stroll through the interconnected pathways to discover the unique features of each garden. 3. Tea Houses: Admire the elegant tea houses nestled amidst lush greenery, where you can experience the time-honored Japanese tea ceremony. Immerse yourself in the serene ambiance as you sip matcha tea and sample traditional sweets served by tea masters dressed in kimono. 4. Pond and Bridges: ponds dotted with colorful koi fish and graceful water lilies. Cross over arched bridges adorned with intricate wooden carvings, offering picturesque views of the gardens and surrounding scenery. 5. Seasonal Beauty: Depending on the time of year, Koko-en showcases the changing beauty of nature throughout the seasons. Visit during spring to admire cherry blossoms in bloom, or in autumn to witness the vibrant hues of fall foliage, creating a stunning backdrop for your exploration. 6. Cultural Demonstrations: Keep an eye out for cultural demonstrations and events held within the garden, such as ikebana (flower arranging), bonsai cultivation, and traditional music performances. These activities offer insights into Japanese culture and craftsmanship. 7. Relaxation Areas: Take a moment to relax and unwind in designated seating areas scattered throughout the garden, where you can pause to appreciate the tranquility and natural beauty of your surroundings. 8. Timing: Visit during weekdays or early in the morning to avoid crowds, especially during peak tourist seasons. Arriving early allows for a more peaceful and enjoyable experience.

Beautiful Japanese style garden. It’s a peaceful small walk which takes around 30 min. You can sit, enjoy by the pond. There is a small restaurant inside the garden. It’s best to have a small meal and feel the beauty of the park.

A very beautiful place. A must visit during the peak of autumn. It was so convenient to visit since the garden is literally beside the Himeji castle. This place gave me goosebumps because of how beautiful it is.

Incredibly calm and beautiful Gardens. From the well manicured plants and shrubs, to the lovely koi in the lake, it is great to get away from the hustle and bustle of Himeji castle and chill. There are traditional Japanese rooms and pavements to walk through, and numerous Instagram worthy picture points all over. Great place for adults and kids to spend some time.

One of the most beautiful japanese garden I've ever see. If u will visit the Himeji Castle, I recommend to buy a ticket with access to the garden, because will be cheaper than buy there. It is possible to participate in a tea ceremony there, but U need pay attention about the schedules.

A great garden to walk around split into 13 different sections each themed differently. It looks like a large majority of the garden had an alternate wheelchair path also. The waterfall area at the beginning is one of the nicest features I've seen in a Japanese garden.

One of, if not THE, best planned gardens we have been to in Japan. 14 different sections, each are a true delight with mini waterfalls, stone paths, rocks that you use to cross the little streams and plenty of koi! At only ¥310 it is an absolute must to go! Plus if you plan on going to the castle as well it works out as only ¥50!! You can stop in for food as well, although that is a little pricey the view and setting is gorgeous. The tea/coffee is only ¥450 so very reasonable on that front.

This was my second time to the gardens. Sitting at a price point of 310¥ or I think just an extra 50¥ as an add-on to castle admission, they are definitely worth seeing. There are I believe 12 unique gardens with various plants and water features. Tickets can be purchased in English and all directional signage is in both Japanese and English.

This is the tradicional Japanese garden… beautiful, calm, peaceful… manicured garden and variety of trees and plants. There is a traditional Japanese restaurant (for lunch) and a tea house… really worth to stop by

We paid for the ticket to visit both the castle and Koko-en. We felt like it was definitely worth the cost. The gardens were beautiful and extensive.

This zen-Japanese style garden was built in 1992 at the exact location of Nishi-Oyashiki or the West Resident of the Landlord in Himeji. This park was built to commemorate the 100th years old of Himeji city. The garden was about 3.5 hectares which consists of 9 separate gardens, those are the garden of the Lord's residence, Roofed corridor, Cho-on-sai guest house, Nae-no niwa, Tea ceremony garden, Souju-en tea ceremony garden, Flatly landscaped garden, the garden of summer trees, the garden of pine trees, the garden of flowers, the garden with a hill and pond, and the garden of bamboo. The entrance fee is 310 yen, or you can buy the combo ticket with Himeji castle ticket which costs 1050 yen. You can enjoy the Edo period inspired garden at this garden, while also playing with the koi fish at their pond.

The prettiest of gardens I have ever seen. We had to rush through in 20 mins, but you could easily spend hours here. Beautiful atmosphere and a nice quiet contrast to the busy castle (which is well worth a visit too).

It’s worth coming and buy the combo ticket with himeji castle, and extra 50yen to see this garden. It’s a 15 min walk from inside the castle. The garden is manicured really well and it’s quite big. The ground is flat but it has a lot of stones and door steps so not suitable for wheelchairs. Spent about 30mins without much stops. Definitely worth coming if you are already in the himeji area and even during winter in January, the place is still pretty.

Koko-en Garden in Himeji is an absolute gem! This exquisite garden, nestled in the heart of Japan, embodies sheer tranquility and natural beauty. The meticulous landscaping, picturesque ponds, and serene pathways make it, in my opinion, one of Japan's most breathtaking gardens. Each step feels like a journey through time and nature's artistry. A must-visit destination for anyone seeking solace and an appreciation for Japan's rich cultural heritage!

We visited here after Himeji Castle. It was a lovely way to finish the day. I was glad to finally see some brightly colored koi up close. The guidance were very beautiful and well-maintained. We even saw a few of their gardeners maintaining the trees and plants. There is a large variety of gardens here and even an area where they grow various herbs and bonsai.

Stunning, peaceful, and thoughtfully planned gardens. There are many beautiful vantage points if you enjoy photography, and the koi are also a highlight! Easy to locate, close to the train station, and worth getting the bundle ticket with Himeji castle.

Such a lovely garden, definitely worth a visit! It’s right next Himeji castle. I literally spend hours here. Just walking around and taking in the view. It was very calming and relaxing. I enjoyed the little waterfalls the most.

Amazing garden next to Himeji castle. Many flowers, bamboos and trees here. Visited here in the Autumn, 🍁紅葉 are beautiful. There is a combined ticket for the castle and this garden, which has a really good deal on the price.

Temple complex with amazing history. The surrounding environment is peaceful. Filming location of The Last Samurai.

I came here despite the rain on that day as I was very curious about its history and the fact that this was one of the filming spots of Tom Cruises The Last Samurai. It was such a peaceful and pleasant walk seeing all the buildings and structures. Such amazing history set in such wonderful surroundings up on the mountain. I bought the combination ticket of the bus and ropeway which was now ¥1500 and the entrance to this place was another ¥500. If you really want to immerse yourself in this place I’d recommend walking from the ropeway station to the various temples. But if you’re pressed for time they do have a shuttle bus for another ¥500. I highly recommend going here since you’re at Himeji already and come visit this place after visiting the Himeji Castle. Enjoy the tranquility of this place before it gets more and more popular.

This is an amazing place - a wooden temple complex spread out on top of the mountain. It has a mysterious, peaceful, ancient atmosphere, 2 temples look majestic. I highly suggest taking the hiking trail to the top, check out the views of the interesting landscape on the way. Along the top part of the road heading towards the entrance, there are probably 30+ statues circa 25 meters apart. You can take the city bus there (to the Rope-way, the hiking trail start there as well) from Himeji castle.

One of the most beautiful places I've ever been in my life! I always wanted to go there since I saw it in The Last Samurai when I was 14yrs old. The cable car was out that day so I had to hike up the mountain, the path was hard to find as the entrance is in the little village to the left of the cable car area but the hike up is nice! You can spend a couple hours up there walking around and taking in the scenery, the buildings are just beautiful and everything is so calm there! I can wait to get back to Japan and come here again!

In order to get to this temple, you will need to go on the lift up the mountain. There is a machine where you can buy the tickets. It only takes a couple minutes to get to the top and has a nice view. Once you get to the top start walking, there is another entrance fee to get into the area to hike or take the bus. If you have small kids or you are not well enough to walk (especially in the middle of summer), take the bus (also costs extra). We took the bus and glad we did as we walked more once we got there. If you are trying to see the scene from "The Last Samurai," then you will need to walk some more to get there (about 5 minutes from Maniden Temple). It was very cool to see and dont forget to see the gravesites right next to the Hall as that was also in the movie. I am very glad we were able to stop here. The entrance fee was 500 yen and the bus was another 500 yen (discount for children). Dedicate about two hours here if you just want to see the Main Hall and leave, you can spend more as there are other places to see and walk to

Beautiful temple in the midst of a huge forest. Unlike other zen gardens of Japan, this one may not be that well maintained but it's definitely zen. The shrine has a long history of about 100 years. The trek to cover all the shrines is definitely tiring,I was not up for it but the main temple was great. There is also a bus ticket to cover the whole place, if you wish but I don't recommend if you get motion sick as the terrain is rough. If you have watched Avatar - Last Airbender, then this temple does look like one of those air temples.

It was such a nice experience to see the temple from The Last Samurai. I liked how peaceful everything was and the view of the city was amazing. The cost was very reasonable. I liked being able to get the shrine stamps for this place for my shrine stamp book.

Beautiful place to track and see the amazing shrines. Adult for 1,000 Y up the Ropeway and 500 entrance fee

Must visit when you in Himeji! Absolutely beautiful surrounding area and a nice walk from the ropeway. We tried the little restaurant next to the temple too.

My daughter was very excited to ride on cable car to the temple. After you ride on top of the mountain, you can choose to pay 1000en for walking pass or pay 2000 en for shuttle bus to the temple directly. I personally prefer take the bus because you have to enjoy the driving skill of the Japanese ‘Oojisan’😂 . Finally, the temple shows the vibes of history and the surrounding area is worth to stay for 2 hrs.

Omg. I love this place the most. Luckily manage to come here. So peaceful and feel great. The buildings are amazing, jaw drop. Beautiful architecture and they are still so good and beautiful after more than 1000 years! Amazing. Must must come if you are here.

We took bus number 8 to Mount Shoshan. There is a bus-stop opposite the tourist information center near Himeiji Castle. It is great that the last stop is the ropeway station which makes it easy to get to the ropeway station. After reaching the mountain, the walk up to the temple is enjoyable which takes less than 30 minutes. It is worth the climb and it is a rather big area to explore asides from the main hall Maniden. Do walk around to explore as this is a very serene environment with number of big and small temples. Food/drinks are also available around the temple. I believe it will look very beautiful during autumn and definitely worth the 500yen, the time and effort to visit the temple.

This is a beautiful and peaceful place. The main hall is build on the side of the slop. The balcony is supported by huge wooden pillars. (similar to kiyomizudera) It is less crowded and nice place to take photos and enjoy the view. During Autumn, all the leaves around the main hall will turn red, and it's a wonderful experience to view from the top of the main hall. Recommended to get the cable car ticket, entrance ticket and the shuttle bus ticket. As there are more walking after Engyoji.

Autumn and Spring are the best times to visit this stunning temple complex, but honestly, any time is well worth it! The temple was also a filming location for The Last Samurai movie starring Tom Cruise and Ken Watanabe.

This place is extremely underrated. The serene beauty, traditional buildings and nature work in harmony to create a peaceful experience. Combined with the very little amount of people around during a weekday it's a must see. You can take a cable cart up the mountain. It takes around 2 hours to tour all the buildings.

Sorry for this late posting. 200% REVIEW!! Not only was the information center helpful (direct bus to Arima onsen), one of our free tour guides (we had two!) used her day off to come guide us for as long as we had time and take pictures! We tried to reward in some way but no go. They love Canadians! We can't thank them enough. It was an awesome tour. Their love for Himeji Castle showed in their pride!

We are so lucky to have met your volunteer guide Kosuke Okada. He has extensive knowledge on the history of the Himeji Castle. His english was excellent and he was helpful explaining the different sections of the castle without him we would not have known so many facts which we now treasure. Thank you again for providing such a valuable service for the tourist. We love and appreciate Japan, it is a beautiful country to visit and learn.

Such a nice place. The staff here are so helpful and will contact to get information for you. Very kind people. If you need help, you should go here. They were helpful helping me find things I was looking for to make the most of my time in the city.

Really excellent staff, helpful and kind. They literally saved my vacations by helping me recover my lost cell phone and going to all kinds of lengths to assist me. I can only say good things.

Fantastic service, got a free tour guide on top for only two of us 👍 The guide Masa was very helpful and very knowledgeable, we really enjoyed it! Thank you, Masa! 😀

The staff here is very friendly and very helpful. They provide good tips on how to take advantage of the public transportation.

Come to this address for any information you need for your stay in Himeji. It is located in the first floor of Piole.

Nice and clean station. There's convenience store near Shinkansen transfer gate on the conventional line side.

Clear and concise stations. Easy to navigate and right out the station you can see the beautiful Himeji castle if you exit through the north exit.

I really enjoyed the platform of Himeji Station where l took wonderful pictures of Otemae Street with illuminations with Himeji Castle in the background. It was amazing. Also, the station staff were kind and helpful. It was a convenient experience during my visit. Hope you enjoy yours too🙏

A sweet gateway station to Himeji castle. There are plenty of things to see and do in the medium-big station itself. Besides, restrooms, lockers, counters, ekiben food kiosks, restaurants. There is also an interesting pastry/sweets delicacy souvenir shop. You can get to Himeji castle by 20min walk, it is quite straight forward (just follow others) straight north literally and you will be at the south gate entrance. Alternatively you can hitch a local bus for one stop (!) but google maps does not show actual bus number but Kanji Japanese names :P There is also a huge proper grocery mart midway (east side) to take a rest stop or aircon/heater and they sell all manners of interesting food items fresh/preserved/packaged to bring home.

Himeji Station is another example of a clean and efficient train station in Japan. The station has lines that connect to many other major hubs. There are many good shops around and places for eating. When you first exit the station you can look up the main road to see the incredible Himeji Castle. I've been told there are busses that go there from the station, but I opted to walk so I can't comment on the service.

Clean efficient train station. Very close to Himeiji Castle. Regular bullet train service between the major hubs. Lots of options for food and last minute goods before boarding trains.

Himeji Station is really convenient with a quite high frequency of Shinkansen. Cmmuting to local & Ltd Express is about 5 - 10 mn walk, everything is easy and well indicated. Local Red Wings are comfortable.

Not as big or fancy as some of the other Japanese rail stations, but still excellent. Clean, easy to navigate and a variety of shops.

I was here when traveling from Osaka. Since I took the Osaka line, I have to transit first, but it's better if you can take Sanyo line from Umeda. The station is really big, we went to 2nd floor for taking the castle view.

兵庫県姫路市にある「太陽公園」は、世界の石で作られた建造物や遺跡、石像などのレプリカを多数設置したテーマパークです。 太陽公園は、1971年に開園しました。園内は、世界の石の文化や建築物を見ながら散策できる「石のエリア」と、ノイシュバンシュタイン城をモチーフとした「白鳥城」をメインとした「城のエリア」に分かれており、それぞれに魅力的な見どころがあります。 ホームページなどを見ると非常に興味深い施設であったため、姫路城見学を変更して今回こちらの見学にしました。 フォトスポットが数多く点在しており、我が家の娘2人は終始テンションMaxでした。 ＜城のエリア＞ 城のエリアは、ノイシュバンシュタイン城をモチーフとした白鳥城がシンボルです。 白鳥城は、ドイツのノイシュバンシュタイン城を3分の2スケールで再現した、美しい城です。 白鳥城の内部は、展示室やレストラン、カフェなどが入っています。 展示室では、白鳥城の歴史や建築様式について学ぶことができます。 この展示室が非常にSNS映えスポットとして面白いです。 コスプレでの撮影は事前許可（確認）が必要みたいですが、コスプレでの撮影は異次元の写真が撮れると思います。 レストランやカフェでは、白鳥城を眺めながら食事やドリンクを楽しむことができます。 ＜石のエリア＞ 石のエリアは、世界の石で作られた建造物や遺跡、石像などのレプリカを約200点展示しています。 特に人気があるのは、中国の兵馬俑、エジプトのピラミッド、ギリシャのパルテノン神殿などの世界遺産の建造物です。 また、アフリカの民族彫刻や、中南米の遺跡など、世界各地の文化や歴史を垣間見ることができます。 施設が大変広いため、夏場の見学は、帽子、タオル、飲料水（自販機は数多くあり）は必須です。 太陽公園は、家族連れやカップル、一人旅など、さまざまな人に楽しめるテーマパークです。世界旅行気分を味わいながら、1日中楽しむことができます。 (Translated by Google) Taiyo Park, located in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, is a theme park with many replicas of buildings, ruins, and stone statues made of stone from around the world. Taiyo Park opened in 1971. The park is divided into the "Stone Area" where you can stroll while viewing stone cultures and architecture from around the world, and the "Castle Area" with the "Swan Castle" as the main motif of Neuschwanstein Castle. has attractive attractions. Looking at the website, I found that it was a very interesting facility, so I changed my visit to Himeji Castle and decided to visit this place this time. There are many photo spots, and my two daughters were in high spirits from beginning to end. <Castle area> The castle area is symbolized by the Swan Castle, which is based on Neuschwanstein Castle. Swan Castle is a beautiful 2/3 scale replica of Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany. Inside Shirotori Castle, there are exhibition rooms, restaurants, and cafes. In the exhibition room, you can learn about the history and architectural style of Shiratori Castle. This exhibition room is very interesting as a SNS spot. It seems that permission (confirmation) is required in advance to shoot in cosplay, but I think that you can take photos in a different dimension when shooting in cosplay. At the restaurants and cafes, you can enjoy meals and drinks while gazing at Shiratori Castle. <Stone area> The stone area exhibits about 200 replicas of buildings, ruins, and stone statues made of stone from around the world. World Heritage structures such as the Terracotta Warriors of China, the Pyramids of Egypt and the Parthenon of Greece are particularly popular. In addition, you can catch a glimpse of the culture and history of various parts of the world, such as African ethnic sculptures and ruins of Central and South America. Since the facility is very large, a hat, towel, and drinking water (there are many vending machines) are essential for a tour in the summer. Taiyo Park is a theme park that can be enjoyed by a variety of people, including families, couples, and solo travelers. You can enjoy the whole day while enjoying the feeling of traveling around the world.

山の上に城があるので雰囲気はよい。 ただ、館内はトリックアートがあるくらいで大して見るものがない。 雰囲気を活かして、ファンタジー的なアトラクションがあれば面白いと思うのだが…。 兵馬俑のレプリカは結構リアルだった！ (Translated by Google) There is a castle on top of the mountain, so the atmosphere is good. However, there is not much to see inside the hall, except for trick art. I think it would be interesting if there was a fantasy attraction that makes the most of the atmosphere... The terracotta army replica was quite real!

The place is really nice for photos. It’s often not crowded especially on weekdays. The food is okay so dont expect too much of it. This is a fun place for your kids since there are interactive photo areas using 3d and 4d illusions. I would’ve give it 5 stars if there were more things to do other than take photos. Take note that there is a parking fee on weekends but not on weekdays.

The scenery is amazing! Like in a fantasy world. It's like a real location of what we see in kids story book. However inside the castle only contains trick art which not suitable for person who don't like photography

Nice place, not too crowded, good place if you like to take pictures.

いろいろ珍しいものが多く、周辺一帯が太陽公園となっているため、全て周るのが大変でしたが、周りがいがありとても楽しいひと時でした。駐車場からお城に行くとき坂がありますが、モノレールがあり楽に登れます。TV画面の向こう側でしか見ることのできない、兵馬俑や凱旋門から双塔寺までレプリカですが、幅広く見ることができます。 (Translated by Google) There are many rare things, and the surrounding area is the Taiyo Park, so it was difficult to go around all of them, but it was a very enjoyable time because there was something to see. There is a slope when going to the castle from the parking lot, but there is a monorail and you can climb it easily. The Terracotta Warriors, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Twin Pagoda are replicas that can only be seen on the other side of the TV screen, but you can see a wide range of them.

Nice place to visit with the kids. Even adults would enjoy. There are a total of 7 floors on this castle. Each floor has different themes.

Pretty interesting place to have a short visit to when in Hyōgo Prefecture. There were replicas of famous attractions from around the world! This is just a 40-min bus ride from Himeji station

nice place to visit in himeji ken, 1.5k yen is worth it

it shows other country wonders like europeans castle pyramids. chinesse teracottas. kannon statue. pagodas etc. very interesting indeed

Taiyo Park was strange. It had some good parts but it seems like a park for people who enjoy taking Instagram pictures or doing cosplay. If you want to see cool, strange Japan check it out. If only for the chance to see a European castle in the middle of the Japanese inaka.

It was my first time visiting the place and i enjoyed the beautiful scenery. The place is huge, best for strolling and there's this short bridge that looks like the great wall of china. If you want to visit the place just take a bus from himeji station (Platform 18-midori dai).

Mt shosha Take bus no. 8 from Himeiji station for approximately 34 minutes to the ropeway station. The single-way bus fee was 280 yen. The cable car arrives every 15 minutes. We arrived around 3.23pm and realised that going to the temple might be pointless because the walk from the Ropeway Station to Engyoji Temple takes about 25 minutes. They recommend allowing two hours to explore Engyoji temple from the station at the top of Mt. Shosha. At 5 p.m., the last cable car will depart from Mt Shosha's summit. Therefore, we decided to abort the mission and leave sadly :(

great historic place, especially in Autumn. Spectaclar fall colours if you can catch it-nice any time though.

Nice views during autumn. 🍁 Great ropeway & walking experiences to the temples. May all are well & happy always. 🙏🏻

Spectacular place to visit . Easy to reach from Himeji Station by public transport . Beautiful shrines and nature ,A photographers delight.

Surprisingly quiet with very few people until the school groups arrived. But even then it was an incredibly serene experience. The grounds are huge. You can easily spend a whole day here without having to fight through crowds at every turn.

Beautiful place. Well worth the 1500 Yen fee for the ropeway and entry!

The top of the mountain was very clean with the Sakura flowers falling, making the scenario very beautiful, also the view was fantastic. It worth going there

Really nice place with zen ambience. As someone who love feudal Japan this place is a must do for me You can take a bus from Himeji castle then take ropeway and observe the scene from the cabin. It was not crowded like other places. That's a plus for me Recommend to spend around 3 hours here. Last time i didn't have much time so i had to rush a bit Would be a great day trip visiting Himeji castle and this place

Sale is on going right now at numerous shops. Surely, you will enjoy.

Good selection of shops and F&B. Next to JR Himeji Station

This is a huge shopping mall located just next to the station and you can enter the building after exiting from the train station, very convenient and accessible. This is just like Daimaru at Osaka Station. There are lots to see, shop and eat (eateries/restaurants mostly at the basement). But somehow it's more mid/upper range and so prices are generally higher and mostly are lifestyle items like fashion, bags and shoes etc. On the day of our visit, it was way past 8pm and the place seemed quite empty but we had a good peace of mind doing our windows shopping. No harm visiting it to see see walk walk since you will not miss it if you are riding on the train to/from here!

From the bridge near piole, you can see the Himeji castle, although it's far away.

Prices are fair enough.. but can't find much if you don't have much of notes with you.

The mall that lights up at night. Piole consists of several levels that had different shops and categories depending on the floor. The basement has lots of restaurants and food stores, a lot of them are excellent so be sure to check that out. The other levels consists of shopping stores that you’ll likely find in most malls. Take note that piole is connected to terasso via walkway/bridge and is also connected to the himeji station. This is why the place is usually crowded so keep that in mind

All you need ware here. Shoping, dine in, chilling coffee.

This mall is right next to the Hemiji Station, which is super convenient.

Typical station department store. Convenient. There is a good Japanese goods gift shop on the ground level next to the gates.

nice spacious and convenient shopping mall right next/connected to Himeji station

Nice views of Himeji castle 🏰. Near Himeji station 🚉. Near Starbucks ☕. Wide ranges of shops. Details :¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬ The piole caters to a broad range of shoppers, not only focusing on young women in their 20s and 30s but also deftly meeting the needs of male consumers and families. Piole Himeji will satisfy all your shopping, dining, and personal needs with an extensive line up of boutiques, accessory stores, restaurants, beauty salons, clinics, and other service providers--all the leaders of local fashion trends in one convenient location!

Beautiful fall foliage when we were there and gorgeous with the night lighting.

I like the newly renovated Himeji Station area. Beautiful.

Have a event...

nice place

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(Translated by Google) Immediately after getting off the north exit of Himeji Station. I feel like calling it a park has a different nuance, but it's more like a free outdoor rest area. It's popular with little kids because of the flowing water. Directly connected to the underground restaurant area. (Original) 姫路駅北口を降りてすぐ。公園と言ってしまうとニュアンスが異なるような気がするんですが、無料の屋外休憩所といったところ。水が流れているのでちびっこに人気です。地下レストラン街に直結しています。

(Translated by Google) It has a nice atmosphere and is perfect for taking a break with children while running errands or shopping. The adults took a break, and the children seemed to have fun playing, perhaps because it was a novelty in a different atmosphere than usual, which was helpful. The illumination is beautiful and soothing at night! (Original) 雰囲気が良くて用事や買い物途中に子連れで休憩するのにぴったりです。大人は休憩、子どもは普段とは違う雰囲気が目新しいのか楽しそうに遊んでくれるので助かりました。 夜もライトアップがきれいで癒されます！

(Translated by Google) This is Castle Garden in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture. It's been a while since I came here at night, but it was illuminated. There aren't many people, so you can take your time taking photos. (Original) 兵庫県姫路市にあるキャッスルガーデンですね。 久しぶりに夜に来ましたがイルミネーションしていました。 人も少ないのでゆっくり写真が撮れますよ。

Decent permanent and temporary exhibit. Primarily came for the TeamLab exhibit and it was ok--the one in Odaiba is definitely a lot better. The art permanent exhibit is ok, there were a couple cool paintings. Place is pretty small, probably at most a one hour visit.

Beautiful brick building and great exhibition space, but I just can't shake the bad aftertaste that the commentary plaques left. Specifically, I went to see the Minoru Onoda exhibition in 2021 and honestly the text explaining his works was a pain to read, being full of unnecessary flowery prose. In addition, I took a few glances at the English translation and found that it contains some pretty bad mistakes.

Nice place. The permanent exhibit is small, but also low cost. The limited time exhibit was interesting. The statue outside was my favorite part.

I went mainly for the teamLab exhibit as I enjoyed Borderless. I would not recommend it at all if you have already visited Borderless. The whole thing can be seen in 10 minutes and all of the set pieces were essentially copied from Borderless from what I can tell. I expected more for the 1400 yen admission (half the price of Borderless for like 10% of the content). Also be warned that there is no re-entry to the special exhibit, even if you just step out for a minute (wish they had made this more clear, I didn’t see any English signage for it). The permanent exhibition (200 yen) was nice however and worth seeing if you are in the area.

A small but high quality collection of French Impressionist paintings. Definitely worth visting if you are in the area.

The museum was small - only two galleries on one floor. There was a cafe outside - it was quite cozy.

Pretty small and not much to see other than the TeamLab exhibit. Still a good destination for a date though

Price reasonable, cute lil art exhibit. We check out the team lab exhibit.

I really enjoyed the teamlab exhibition here… but what got me was the statue outside being shot with fog. It felt very special!!

There is a payable Western pictures exhibition (with one Matisse) and a permanent collection which only has samurai sword blades, but it's free of charge. Cool in-museum cafe.

カメで有名な水族館です。 身近な生き物が多く、大きな生き物は少ないです。 飼育員さんが説明しながら、カメの餌やりやペンギンの餌やりシーンが見れます。 他にはコイ，タイ，カメの餌やりが100円で出来ます。 入館料はお手頃価格で子どもは小学生から入館料がいるので、小学生以下の子どもには嬉しいです。 駐車場も安く、場所も2箇所あるので遅くに来ても十分とめれます。 (Translated by Google) This aquarium is famous for its turtles. There are many familiar creatures, and there are few large creatures. You can watch turtle feeding and penguin feeding scenes while the zookeeper explains. In addition, you can feed carp, sea bream, and turtle for 100 yen. The admission fee is reasonably priced and there is an admission fee for children from elementary school age, so I am happy for children under elementary school age. The parking lot is cheap, and there are two places, so you can stop enough even if you come late.

I really enjoyed the Himeji city zoo so I had similar expectations but honestly it wasn’t as great. I paid ¥520 for the entry and honestly I think it wasn’t really worth it. all the staff were very kind though which is a plus.

超リーズナブル！子供連れには良いかと思います。ショーなどがある大型の水族館ではないですが、海の生き物に触れて見られるところがあったり、ドクターフィッシュの体験もやっていましたよ。 (Translated by Google) Super reasonable! We think whether it is good with children. It's not a large aquarium with shows, but there are places where you can touch and see sea creatures, and there was even a doctor fish experience.

大阪の海遊館や、閉館した神戸の須磨水族園に比べると、ちょっとﾏｲﾅｰなちいさな水族館だけど、地域に密着した展示が良い感じです。身近な淡水魚や水棲昆虫などの展示もあり、昔の昆虫少年には堪らない魅力ですね。 入場料も大人が520円と格安です。 (Translated by Google) Compared to Osaka's Kaiyukan and the closed Kobe's Suma Aquarium, it's a little smaller aquarium, but the exhibits that are closely related to the area are good. There are also exhibits of familiar freshwater fish and aquatic insects, and it is a charm that the old bug boy can't resist. The entrance fee is also cheap at 520 yen for adults.

It was okay. A distance from the train station but accessible by bus. Not as grand as Osaka Aquarium. Mostly local visitors. But it was still informative and my daughter loved it.

It's the old mono rail station converted to a aquarium. It can be fun to do if you want to visit differently himeji.

Very amusing. Specially child are recommended along with parents.

It was a rainy day so couldn't explore the whole place. It was big enough to entertain and learn about different species. The tanks aren't big but they are well maintained and replicate the species habitat quite well.

Was really fun and had a wide variety of fishes but we missed some explanations in english.

Pretty nice as aquariums go, but surprisingly small and gift shop-less. (So no omiyage). That also means that there are fewer things to see. You could easily see the place in less than an hour.

Hilltop city park commanding what must be some of the best views in Himeji. And it's all free. Reflexology walking path and exercise bars. The old revolving cafe is nowadays permanently closed and in disrepair, sadly, but it has been preserved as a kind of massive garden ornament.

Beautiful and eclectic park. Hills, rocks, castle structures, many flowers...It was a lovely sight to behold. HATE THE BEES, but I mean...eh, nature. Just be careful, look where you're going and enjoy the different views the park has to offer. Great for a stroll.

It was just beautiful! At that time, I was the only one at the park. I can't express on how beautiful it was! It's a great place to visit on a beautiful sunny day. The water flows down this long stretch of constructed waterfall. I believe you can also just enjoy the water as well, but I'm not sure if you need to pay a certain fee to actually occupy it. So, don't just enter at your own leisure. Make sure to ask questions first before feeling comfortable.

Nice view. The landscapes are very pleasant.

Brilliant park near Himeji. Just take the Sanyo line train 1 station, cost 300Yen return. Walk 10 minutes to the Park. Beautiful gardens, lots of toilets, walking paths, castle like turrets, views over the city, Cenotaph for the City Air raid victims of the Pacific War. This cenotaph commemorates the more than 510,000 civilians killed by aerial bombardment. The central tower represents a sword stuck into the ground, to express a pledge for no more war.

I really love

Probably the best place to observe the city and the castle.

シロトピア記念公園内にある博物館。歴史博物館という名前ですが、単なる歴史というより兵庫県の文化・民俗を幅広く紹介する博物館ですね。 リニューアル記念の特別展として、HISTORY OF MUSIUM と題する博物館の回顧展が開催されていました。 その中でこれまでに開催された特別展が紹介されていましたが、ちょっとこの博物館の守備範囲を超える？　と思われるようなものも含めユニークな展示会が多く、興味深く拝見しました。 もう一度見られるものなら見たい、と思えるような展示会も多くありました。 常設展では兵庫県内の文化が幅広く紹介されていましたが、やはり土地柄、城の展示が目を引きました。 現存12天守の模型が並んでいますが、こうしてみるとやはり姫路城の規模と複雑な構造は際立っていますね。 姫路城だけ大きく作っているわけではなく、みんな同じ縮尺1/50の模型ですから。 ほかに、子供でも楽しめるような展示もいろいろ工夫されているようです。 (Translated by Google) The museum is located in the Sirotopia Memorial Park. Although it is called a history museum, it is a museum that introduces a wide range of Hyogo Prefecture's culture and folklore rather than just history. As a special exhibition commemorating the renewal, a museum retrospective titled HISTORY OF MUSIUM was held. In it, the special exhibitions held so far were introduced, but is it a bit beyond the scope of this museum? It was interesting to see many unique exhibitions, including those that seemed to be. There were many exhibitions that made me want to see them if I could see them again. The permanent exhibition introduced a wide range of cultures in Hyogo Prefecture, but the exhibition of the castle due to the nature of the area caught my eye. The models of the existing 12 castle towers are lined up, but if you look at them like this, the scale and complex structure of Himeji Castle stands out. It's not just Himeji Castle that's being made big, but all of them are 1/50 scale models. In addition, it seems that various exhibits that even children can enjoy are devised.

前回姫路へ来た時は工事中で入れませんでしたが、今回はようやく入ることができました。 昔の遊び道具体験やたくさんの文化展示物があり面白かったです。 有料エリアには現存12天守の模型がありました。(明らかに姫路城だけ大きかったのはやはり…) (Translated by Google) Last time I came to Himeji, I couldn't enter because of construction, but this time I was finally able to enter. It was interesting to experience old playthings and many cultural exhibits. There were models of 12 existing castle towers in the paid area. (Obviously, only Himeji Castle was big...)

It looked rather interesting but the museum was mostly in Japanese, as opposed to other museums who have English options

(Translated by Google) A prefectural museum on the grounds of Himeji Castle. It is divided into a paid zone and a free zone, and there is a fairly substantial library corner on the first floor of the free zone. The exhibition is wonderful because it is only a prefectural government, but the level of guards and curators is one of the lowest in 47 prefectures, so I made it a spicy star. (Original) 姫路城の敷地内にある、県立博物館。有料ゾーンと無料ゾーンにわけられ、無料ゾーンの一階にはかなり充実した図書コーナーがある。展示は県立だけあって素晴らしいが、警備員、学芸員のレベルが47都道府県で屈指の低さなので辛い星にした。

兵庫県立歴史博物館で、県立を名乗るだけあって規模が大きいです。入り口から入って直ぐにの所に、姫路城に関するシアターがあったので、面白いですし、為になると思い見入ってしまいました。シアターは、姫路城の昭和の大修理と平成の修理時の事を流していました。凄い。兎に角、凄いです。だから、ここ迄の大切な遺産（しかも1993年12月に世界遺産に認定で、しかも、2023年の今年は遺産登録から30周年です。）この、兵庫県立歴史博物館（この事は冊子参照）昭和58年1983年に特別史跡の姫路城内の北東の位置に開館しました。2度のリニューアルとこの度の施設、設備大規模改修工事を経て、令和5年2023年に、開館40周年を迎えます。個人的には、館内2階の日本の城大百科の、姫路城を始めとした城の模型が可愛く思えて良かったです。 (Translated by Google) The Hyogo Prefectural Museum of History is large in scale, as it is called a prefectural museum. Immediately after entering from the entrance, there was a theater about Himeji Castle, so I thought it was interesting and useful, so I watched it. The theater was showing the Showa and Heisei repairs of Himeji Castle. amazing. Rabbit and horns are amazing. Therefore, this important heritage (moreover, it was certified as a World Heritage Site in December 1993, and this year, 2023, will be the 30th anniversary of its registration.) Hyogo Prefectural Museum of History (see the booklet for this) Showa It opened in 1983 in the northeastern part of Himeji Castle, a special historic site. After two renovations and the recent large-scale renovation of facilities and equipment, the museum will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2023. Personally, I think the models of castles, including Himeji Castle, in the Encyclopedia of Japanese Castles on the 2nd floor of the museum are cute.

A functional but not exceptional local museum. Has both free (ground floor) and paid (second floor) exhibits. The former seemed to be worth it if you've got 20-30 minutes to burn. Did not check out the latter but the Y1000 admission price seemed excessive given the apparently limited floor space (i.e. paid area love led to be smaller than the free area). English language labelling was a bit of a mixed bag... Brief 'section' labels were translated as were many artifact labels, but none of the longer information plaques were translated.

No English explanations only through app that's not enough... gave it up

Limited exhibition material with virtually no English explanations

(Translated by Google) The exhibition booth is small for a prefectural museum. Many of the exhibits are focused and quite interesting. It is located near Himeji Castle, and has good exhibits related to the castle. The exhibition video that can be viewed for free on the 1st floor shows repairs made in 1955, which is also interesting. There will be a guide who will explain various interesting things. There is a light cafe. Parking is available at the castle north parking lot, 1 hour 200 yen, 3 hours 600 yen, 24 hours 900 yen. (Original) 県立博物館にしては展示ブースが小規模。 展示物はポイントを絞ってなかなか面白いものが多い。 姫路城近くとあり、城関連の展示が良い。 1F無料で見られる展示動画で昭和30年の修理を流していてこれも面白い。 案内の方がおり、色々面白いことを説明をしてくれる。 軽食カフェあり。 駐車場は城の北駐車場で1ｈ200円3ｈ600円24ｈ900円。

(Translated by Google) I went to an exhibition of old coins. The image of money that appears in period dramas. There's the one at the bottom of Echigo-ya's souvenir buns, and the one you can throw to defeat them. Even though I had that image in mind, I carefully looked at the exhibits and explanations. How money is created and handled. Banknotes issued in various places to replace money. Was funny. The permanent exhibits are unconnected and difficult to see. It would be better if you could follow the route. I was also looking forward to more exhibits devoted to Himeji Castle. I had visited it several times when I was a child, and once a few years ago, and I had a good impression of it, but after visiting various museums, this time I felt something was missing. I think this is probably enough content if it's your first time. (Original) 古銭の企画展に行きました。 時代劇で出てくるお金のイメージ。越後屋のお土産のまんじゅうの底にあるやつとか、投げてやっつけるやつとか。そんなイメージを持ちつつも展示、説明はしっかりと見てきました。お金の作られ方や扱われ方。各所で発行されたお金に代わるお札など。面白かった。 常設展示はつながりがなく見にくい。順路を追ってみられる方がいい。それともっと姫路城に振り切ってた展示を期待してしまう。子供の頃、また数年前など数回訪れてて、その時は良いイメージであったが、いろんな博物館を見て回った中で今回はどうも物足りなさを感じてしまった。はじめてであればたぶん十分な内容だとは思う。

(Translated by Google) "Shuri Castle and the Ryukyu Kingdom" visited. ¥500 for those over 70 years old I have never been to Okinawa I want to know about the Ryukyu Kingdom visited. "Harimakko Rekihakuten" Cafe inside the building Japanese-style pasta🍝 ¥600 Coffee☕️ ¥350 While looking at Himeji Castle🏯 We had lunch. It was delicious~😃 (Original) 「首里城と琉球王国」 訪れました。 70歳以上は¥500 沖縄に行ったことがないので 琉球王国のことを知りたくて 訪れました。 「はりまっ子歴博店」 館内にあるカフェ 和風パスタ🍝 ¥600 コーヒー☕️ ¥350 姫路城🏯を眺めながら ランチしました。 美味しかったですよ～😃

For tourists, go to the quiet rooftop and enjoy a great view of Himeji and Himeji Castle. 5 stars for that alone.

Nice place

Amazing and unknown place to go see Himeji castle away from the crowds. Get onto the 5th floor and take your time taking group photos and sitting on benches (a rare thing in Japan).

Very nice building with a range of facilities and services.A couple of restaurants on ground floor including Subway.Very well situated in front of Himeji Castle.Paid underground parking nearby.

This is an Egret Himeji. You can see a beautiful view of Himeji Castle. It is a cultural center. Here, we are working on increasing the number of butterflies. The musk swallowtail is a black butterfly. It is larva eat umanosuzukusa. It contains poison, So birds don't eat it. If you see them, you are lucky.

Great view of Himeji castle 9/10

Castle is very beautiful

Hosts International Association with a valuable but small library.

Fine, but need to climb up countless stairs. It was so tiring. How much more during summer lol

GOOD

(Translated by Google) Visit in March 2024 At the peak of Mt. Hiromine towering behind Himeji Castle Gozu Tenno is enshrined at the main shrine❗ A shrine dedicated to protecting against evil spirits From ⛩️, there are steep stairs with a set shrine etc. There are two on the road side... I went by the Sessha route✨ Although the angle is steep...I quickly arrived at Tenso Shrine. There is also a couple stone The tower gate in the precincts, the main shrine, and the Sessuesha shrine in the back. It is an important cultural property ❗ The sacred tree is also magnificent. Behind the main shrine, there are nine holes of Nine Star Ki. I pray to my star✨ I came to get a stamp❗ The original Goshuin book comes in 4 types such as Magatama pattern, Onmyodo, etc. It's cool so I bought it. Reiwa gold stamp and other 3 items in total Please write directly I bought a goshuin book, so I didn't need to pay for the stamp. It was a very nice company to look at and the atmosphere was very nice. Parking lot is also available in front⛩️❗ Either route will take you to the entrance in about 10 minutes. (Original) 2024年3月参拝 姫路城の後ろに 聳える 廣峯山の山頂に 鎮座する牛頭天王、総本山のお社❗ 素戔嗚尊をお祀りする魔除けのお社 ⛩️から 摂社などのある 険しい階段と 道路側と ２つあり… 摂社側ルートで 行きました✨ 角度は、急ですが…天祖父社にすぐ着きました 夫婦石も あります 境内の楼門、本殿、裏手の摂末社なども 重要文化財です❗ 御神木も 立派です 本殿裏手に 九星気学の 穴が ９つ❗ 自分の 星に 祈願します✨ 御朱印を戴きに来ました❗ オリジナル御朱印帳も 勾玉柄、陰陽道などの４種類ありカッコいいので購入～ 令和の金字御朱印や その他全部で３体 直に書いて下さいました 御朱印帳を 購入したので 御朱印代は 要らなかったです♪ 眺めても、雰囲気もとても素敵なお社でした❗ 駐車場も、⛩️前に完備❗ どちらのルートも10分ほどで 入口に着きますよ

(Translated by Google) I stopped by during a hike between Mt. Soui, Mt. Yataka and Mt. Hiromine. The majestic shrine building seemed to express the high level of formality of Hiromine Shrine. When I learned that I could pray to the Nine Stars of Onmyodo, I wrote a wish and put it into the hole of the Seven Red Gold Stars. It's a historical shrine, so I think it's worth visiting. (Original) 増位山〜弥高山〜広峰山のハイキングの途中で立ち寄りました。荘厳な社殿は廣峰神社の格式の高さを表しているようでした。 陰陽道の九星祈願ができると知り、願い事を書いて七赤金星の穴に入れてきました。 歴史ある神社なので訪れて損はないと思います。

(Translated by Google) It goes up the mountain quite a bit. There is a parking lot, but it looks like you can take a narrow road to the bottom of the shrine. I guess it depends on how crowded it is. (Original) かなり山を上がっていきます。駐車場がありますが、その先の細い道路で神社の真下まで行けるようです。 混雑具合によるみたいですが。

(Translated by Google) This historic shrine has a parking lot in front of the torii gate, 3.5 km from Himeji Racecourse, with the north-south road leading straight ahead. (Original) 姫路競馬場、前の南北の道をまっすぐ北の道が参道、3.5キロに鳥居前の駐車場がある、歴史ある神社。

(Translated by Google) On the north side of the racecourse, if you go up the mountain road from Shirakuni, you will arrive at the parking lot of the shrine. From there, walk for about 10 minutes and climb the stairs to reach the main shrine. The cityscape of Himeji can be seen below, and the Seto Inland Sea can be seen in the distance. (Original) 競馬場北側、白国から山道をクネクネ上がって行くと、神社の駐車場に着く。そこから10分程歩き階段を登ると本殿。眼下に姫路の町並み、遠くに瀬戸内が見える。