Himeji
Himeji is a city known for its impressive
fortress (castle), one of the most beautiful in Japan. Lies north-west of Osaka and was built in 14th century. The Himeji Castle was designed to look like the shape of a bird in flight known as Hhirasagijo. The fortress is considered by UNESCO a World Heritage Site. Himeji featured in the James Bond film “You Only Live Twice”. Hotels in Himeji
What to visit in Himeji: Himeji Castle; Hyogo Prefectural Museum of History; Engyoji Temple; Otokoyama Senhime Shrine; Mount Seppiko;
Restaurants in Himeji
- Jinpachi
- Gaisemmon
- Gozasoro
- Yakiniku Chubo Kuraya
Transports in Himeji
By train: The Shinkansen stops at Himeji.
By bus: There are buses to/from Tokyo.
Maps of Himeji
Map of Himeji
Where is Himeji on Map of Japan