Itinerary
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Stop At: Viewing Deck, Himeji Station Square, Ekimaecho, Himeji 670-0927 Hyogo Prefecture
Castle View Deck: An observation deck at Himeji Station from which you can see Himeji Castle. Enjoy the unique views of the castle that you can only experience from this viewing deck, such as the long main street leading to the castle! The powerful image of Himeji Castle towering from amidst the modern buildings is a pride of Himeji.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Otemae Street, Between Himeji Station North Exit to Himeji Castle, Himeji Hyogo Prefecture
Otemae Street: This is the main street connecting Himeji Station to Himeji Castle. As you walk along this exciting boulevard, the figure of the castle drawing closer and larger will surely make you look forward to exploring the castle even more!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Himeji Castle, 68 Hommachi, Himeji 670-0012 Hyogo Prefecture
Himeji Castle: Himeji Castle, a world-famous castle, is both beautiful and strong in appearance, and was the first historical building in Japan to be registered as a World Heritage Site. Its graceful appearance, like that of a heron spreading its wings, has earned it the nickname of “White Heron Castle”. Stepping inside, you can still experience the period style of architecture, which is still impressive to visitors after more than 400 years.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Koko-en, 68 Honmachi, Himeji 670-0012 Hyogo Prefecture
Kokoen Garden: After visiting Himeji Castle, enjoy the vast Japanese garden built on the castle grounds, where you can enjoy a view of the beautiful Himeji Castle from among the lush greenery of the garden. Feel the traditional beauty of Japan.
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Stop At: Mount Shosha Ropeway, 1199-2 Shosha, Himeji, Hyogo 671-2201, Japan
Mt.Shosha Ropeway Sanroku Station: Welcome to Shoshazan. In the old days, people used to walk up the steep path to Engyo-ji Temple. But for us modern people, the ropeway is a relief. The view of the city of Himeji from the gondola is exceptional.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Yamagami St., Shosha, Himeji, Hyogo 671-2201, Japan
Mt.Shosha Ropeway Sanjo Station: After getting off the ropeway, head to the mountain entry reception to pay the admission fee.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Engyo-ji Temple Maniden, 2968 Shosha, Himeji 671-2201 Hyogo Prefecture
Engyo-ji Temple: It is a mountain temple where you can enjoy a unique landscape that combines traditional Buddhist architecture and mountain nature.You will surely be impressed by the sheer size of this structure, built in the middle of the mountains in the days when there were no cars or electricity! The view of the city from the stage is also breathtaking. Some buildings have actually been used as filming locations for Hollywood movies and Japanese TV dramas!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes