Central Himeji · Castle
The largest and most beautiful original castle in Japan, a National Treasure and a World Heritage site, with a maze of gates and white walls. From 1 March 2026: ¥2,500 for an adult, and children up to 18 are free. Combined with Kokoen for ¥2,600. The price depends on where you live and not on citizenship: residents of Himeji pay ¥1,000.
Price checked November 2026
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Central Himeji · Garden
Nine walled gardens in Edo style, built in 1992 on the remains of the samurai quarters beside the castle: a tea garden, a pine garden and a carp pond. ¥400, or combined with the castle. In the autumn foliage they are lit in the evening.
Price checked September 2026
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Western Himeji · Nature
A forested mountain west of Himeji, which you go up by ropeway, with Engyoji Temple at the top. Bus 8 from the station, 25 minutes. There is a combined ticket for the bus, the ropeway and the temple for about ¥2,700, which is worth it.
Price checked September 2026
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